KEMRI: Research Assistant (Kisumu)
Opening Date: February 7, 2020
Closing Date: February 27, 2020
Study Description
A Pilot evaluation of pharmacy-based pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) delivery targeting adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) at risk for HIV in Kisumu Kenya. Accessing products from retail pharmacies. This implementation project is a collaboration between Research Care and Training Program RCTP-KEMRI and University of Washington.
Position: Research Assistant (2 position) K MR /7 (K) Vacancy No. FN-009-02-2020
Reports to: Project Coordinator
Location: Kisumu
Duration: Three months
Duties and Responsibilities
Job Summary:
The incumbent will be in charge of Recruitment and Retention of study subjects, Data management (data collection, assessing accuracy of data, data quality assurance, and reconciliation of erroneous data), coordinate and communicate with study staff (Principle Investigators, Co-Investigators, and FACES staff), assist investigators in management and administration of grant funds
Duties and Responsibilities
Make initial contacts with potential study subjects and, introducing the study to them attain an in depth understanding of the AGYWs perceptions to assist in the successful implementation Conduct qualitative interviews with participants
Conducting in-depth interviews with the participants;
Write debrief reports for review by members of the research team;
Transcribe the audios
Communicate with local and international investigators weekly on interviews progress.
Attend organized conference calls through zoom, skype etc. to discuss progress of conducted interviews Required Qualification:
Diploma level of Education in Public Health or Social Sciences from a recognized institution.
Required Skills:
Knowledgeable and sensitive about issues of privacy and disclosure.
Data entry experience required
Excellent written and verbal communication required
Independent judgment and resourcefulness, understanding of the local social and geographical landscape as well as the community required.
Post-qualification experience in conducting research will be an advantage
Knowledge on PrEP will be an added advantage
Must be keen and attentive to details and have ability to follow instructions and procedures properly.
Must be non-judgmental and flexible to mix with all cadres of people.
Computer Literacy is required.
Applicants should attach the following:
Letter of Application (Indicate Vacancy Number); and date available to start working for the program
Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae with Telephone number and e-mail address
Two letters of reference with contact telephone numbers Copies of Academic Certificates and Transcripts
A copy of the latest pay slip (if applicable)
A copy of National Identity card or passport All applications to be done through
email [email protected] as soon as possible, and by not later than February 27, 2020.
KEMRI or any of its programs, Studies or Projects does not solicit for Money or any form of reward for a Job applicant to be considered for employment. Any such requests should be immediately reported to the HR department. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
KEMRI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITED TO DIVERSITY; PERSONS WITH DISABILITY, WOMEN, YOUTH AND THOSE FROM MARGINALIZED AREAS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. KEMRI DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF ITS RECRUITMENT PROCESS INCLUDING APPLICATION, INTERVIEW AND PROCESSING OF OFFER LETTER. IF ASKED FOR A FEE, REPORT SUCH REQUEST IMMEDIATELY.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.