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Data/ICT Assistant – Mtwapa
Key Responsibilities:
- Enter data from Case Report Forms (CRFs) into Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems with high accuracy.
- Perform source data verification and assist in resolving data discrepancies.
- Organize, label, and securely store physical participant files and trial source documents.
- Maintain up-to-date CRF tracking logs, visit logs, and query resolution logs.
- Prepare and retrieve files for internal monitoring, sponsor audits, and regulatory inspections.
- Support the management and inventory of the data archive room and file storage systems.
- Provide first-level ICT support including troubleshooting of data entry devices (scanners, tablets, desktops) and internet connectivity issues within the station.
- Report ICT-related issues to the Data/ICT Manager and follow up on ticket resolution.
- Assist in configuration and routine checks of EDC hardware and peripheral devices.
- Ensure data handling complies with GCP, institutional SOPs, and data protection guidelines.
Vacancy Requirements:
| # | Description. | Requirement Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Diploma in Health Records, Information Technology, Information Science, or a related field. | Mandatory |
| 2 | At least one year experience working in a clinical trial or research setting or equivalent. | Mandatory |
| 3 | DBMS Skills (Data Cleaning/Query resolutions, and normalization). | Mandatory |
| 4 | Familiarity with EDC platforms (e.g., REDCap, OpenClinica, Castor,Medidata Rave) is an added advantage. | Added Advantage |
| 5 | Excellent interpersonal and communication skills | Mandatory |
| 6 | Effective written communication skills, including project reporting, including using | Mandatory |
| 7 | Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint. | Mandatory |
| 8 | Works professionally and ethically with competence, accountability, and integrity. | Mandatory |
Job Type
Contract
No. of Vacancies
3
Job Grade
KMR 08
Location
KEMRI field station, Mtwapa
Contact Email Address
Application Ends on: 08/30/25 5:00:00 PM
Application Procedure:
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