Job Vacancies 2026 – Research, Clinical, Administrative and Project Roles in Kenya
A leading research and health-focused institution has announced multiple job vacancies across Nairobi, Kilifi, and Kisumu. These opportunities span a wide range of professional fields including administration, laboratory sciences, clinical practice, data management, research, and project coordination. The positions are offered on a contract basis and present an opportunity for professionals to contribute to impactful research and health programs.
The recruitment drive reflects a continued commitment to strengthening research capacity, improving healthcare delivery systems, and supporting evidence-based interventions across Kenya. Successful candidates will be expected to support both operational and strategic functions within multidisciplinary teams.
This article provides a detailed breakdown of all available positions, including duties and responsibilities for each role. Applicants are encouraged to review each position carefully and identify roles aligned with their professional background and experience.
All roles remain open until the specified deadlines, with most positions closing on April 21, 2026, while selected administrative roles close earlier on April 12, 2026.
- Office & Research Administration Assistant – Trainee – Nairobi
Job Reference: VN00928
Positions: 2
Employment Type: Contract
Application Deadline: April 12, 2026
This trainee position is designed to support administrative and research coordination functions within the organization. It offers an entry-level pathway into research administration.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in coordinating daily administrative activities within the research office
- Support documentation, filing, and record-keeping for research projects
- Facilitate communication between research teams and administrative units
- Assist in scheduling meetings, workshops, and internal engagements
- Provide logistical support for research-related activities and fieldwork
- Maintain organized records of research data and documentation
- Support procurement and inventory tracking for office and research materials
- Participate in data entry and preparation of basic reports
- Ensure compliance with administrative and operational procedures
- Senior Administrative Officer – Kisumu
Job Reference: VN00929
Positions: 1
Employment Type: Contract
Application Deadline: April 12, 2026
The role involves overseeing administrative operations and ensuring efficient coordination of office functions at the Kisumu station.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage administrative functions and ensure smooth office operations
- Supervise administrative staff and coordinate workflow
- Oversee office budgeting, procurement, and resource allocation
- Maintain accurate records and ensure proper documentation
- Coordinate meetings, travel arrangements, and official events
- Support senior management in executing administrative strategies
- Ensure compliance with institutional policies and procedures
- Monitor performance of administrative processes and recommend improvements
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on administrative matters
- Laboratory Technologists – Kilifi
Job Reference: VN00930
Positions: 6
Employment Type: Contract
Application Deadline: April 21, 2026
These roles support laboratory-based research activities and contribute to scientific investigations.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct laboratory tests and experiments in accordance with protocols
- Prepare and maintain laboratory equipment and materials
- Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of samples
- Record and analyze laboratory data accurately
- Maintain laboratory safety standards and procedures
- Assist in research studies and clinical investigations
- Calibrate laboratory instruments and ensure quality control
- Support documentation and reporting of laboratory findings
- Collaborate with research teams on ongoing projects
- Early Post-Doctoral Researcher – Immunology – Kilifi
Job Reference: VN00931
Positions: 1
Employment Type: Contract
Application Deadline: April 21, 2026
This position focuses on immunology research and contributes to scientific advancement in disease understanding.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct immunology-focused research studies
- Design and implement research methodologies
- Analyze data and interpret scientific findings
- Prepare research reports and publications
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary research teams
- Support grant writing and research proposals
- Participate in academic and scientific discussions
- Mentor junior researchers and research assistants
- Ensure compliance with ethical research standards
- Project Manager – Kilifi
Job Reference: VN00932
Positions: 2
Employment Type: Contract
Application Deadline: April 21, 2026
The Project Manager will oversee the planning, execution, and completion of research and health projects.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Plan and coordinate project activities from initiation to completion
- Develop project timelines, budgets, and resource plans
- Monitor project progress and ensure adherence to deadlines
- Manage project teams and assign responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with project objectives and deliverables
- Prepare project reports and updates for stakeholders
- Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
- Facilitate communication among project stakeholders
- Ensure quality assurance in project implementation
- Clinical Officer – Nairobi
Job Reference: VN00933
Positions: 2
Employment Type: Contract
Application Deadline: April 21, 2026
This role supports clinical services and research activities in Nairobi.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide clinical care and patient assessment services
- Support clinical research activities and trials
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
- Ensure adherence to clinical protocols and standards
- Participate in data collection for clinical studies
- Collaborate with healthcare teams and researchers
- Monitor patient outcomes and report findings
- Ensure compliance with ethical and regulatory requirements
- Support community health initiatives where applicable
- Data Manager – Kilifi
Job Reference: VN00934
Positions: 3
Employment Type: Contract
Application Deadline: April 21, 2026
The Data Manager will oversee data systems and ensure integrity and security of research data.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and manage data collection systems
- Ensure data accuracy, quality, and consistency
- Oversee data storage, security, and access controls
- Analyze datasets and generate reports
- Support researchers in data management processes
- Maintain databases and update records regularly
- Ensure compliance with data protection regulations
- Train staff on data handling procedures
- Troubleshoot data-related issues
- Early Post-Doctoral Researcher (Bioscience) – Kilifi
Job Reference: VN00935
Positions: 2
Employment Type: Contract
Application Deadline: April 21, 2026
This role focuses on bioscience research within the institution.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct bioscience research projects
- Develop experimental designs and methodologies
- Analyze scientific data and prepare findings
- Contribute to publications and scientific papers
- Collaborate with research teams across disciplines
- Participate in grant development and funding proposals
- Maintain laboratory and research standards
- Mentor junior research staff
- Ensure ethical research practices
- Senior Post Doctoral Researcher (Lead Senior Clinical Scientist/Health System Implementation Scientist) – Nairobi
Job Reference: VN00936
Positions: 1
Employment Type: Contract
Application Deadline: April 21, 2026
This senior-level role provides leadership in clinical and health systems research.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead research initiatives in clinical science and health systems
- Develop and implement research strategies
- Oversee multidisciplinary research teams
- Provide technical expertise and guidance
- Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals
- Engage stakeholders and policymakers
- Secure research funding through grant proposals
- Monitor and evaluate research outcomes
- Ensure compliance with ethical standards
- Statistician – Kilifi
Job Reference: VN00937
Positions: 1
Employment Type: Contract
Application Deadline: April 21, 2026
The Statistician will support data analysis and interpretation for research projects.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Design statistical models and analysis plans
- Analyze research data using appropriate tools
- Interpret statistical findings and prepare reports
- Support research teams in data-driven decision making
- Ensure accuracy and reliability of statistical outputs
- Develop data visualization and reporting formats
- Collaborate with data managers and researchers
- Maintain documentation of statistical methods
- Provide training on statistical tools where necessary
- Early Post-Doctoral Researcher (Malaria and Sickle Cell) – Kilifi
Job Reference: VN00938
Positions: 1
Employment Type: Contract
Application Deadline: April 21, 2026
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct research on malaria and sickle cell disease
- Develop study protocols and methodologies
- Analyze clinical and laboratory data
- Contribute to publications and reports
- Collaborate with research teams
- Support grant applications
- Participate in scientific discussions
- Mentor junior staff
- Ensure ethical compliance
- Early Post-Doctoral Researcher – Genomics – Kilifi
Job Reference: VN00939
Positions: 1
Employment Type: Contract
Application Deadline: April 21, 2026
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct genomics research studies
- Analyze genetic data and sequences
- Develop research methodologies
- Prepare scientific publications
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
- Maintain laboratory standards
- Support research funding initiatives
- Mentor junior researchers
- Ensure ethical research conduct
- Senior Post Doctorial Researcher – Statistician/Quantitative Lead – Nairobi
Job Reference: VN00940
Positions: 1
Employment Type: Contract
Application Deadline: April 21, 2026
Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead quantitative research and statistical analysis
- Develop advanced statistical models
- Oversee data analysis across projects
- Provide strategic insights from data
- Mentor junior statisticians and analysts
- Contribute to research publications
- Support grant development
- Ensure data integrity and accuracy
- Collaborate with research leadership
- Early Post-Doctoral Researcher (Modelling) – Kilifi
Job Reference: VN00941
Positions: 1
Employment Type: Contract
Application Deadline: April 21, 2026
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and apply modelling techniques in research
- Analyze complex datasets
- Support predictive modelling and simulations
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
- Prepare research outputs and reports
- Contribute to publications
- Support funding applications
- Maintain modelling documentation
- Ensure research compliance
- Project Coordinator (Nursing/Midwifery Background) – Nairobi
Job Reference: VN00942
Positions: 1
Employment Type: Contract
Application Deadline: April 21, 2026
Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinate project implementation and activities
- Support clinical and research teams
- Monitor project timelines and deliverables
- Facilitate communication between stakeholders
- Prepare project reports and documentation
- Ensure compliance with project requirements
- Support training and capacity-building initiatives
- Manage logistics for project activities
- Track project performance indicators
- Clinical Trials Facility Manager – Kilifi
Job Reference: VN00943
Positions: 1
Employment Type: Contract
Application Deadline: April 21, 2026
Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee clinical trials facility operations
- Ensure compliance with clinical trial regulations
- Manage facility resources and staff
- Monitor trial processes and quality standards
- Coordinate with research and clinical teams
- Maintain documentation and reporting systems
- Ensure safety and ethical compliance
- Support audits and inspections
- Improve facility efficiency and performance
- Clinical Officer – Kilifi
Job Reference: VN00944
Positions: 2
Employment Type: Contract
Application Deadline: April 21, 2026
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide clinical care and patient services
- Support clinical research activities
- Maintain accurate patient records
- Follow clinical protocols and guidelines
- Participate in data collection
- Collaborate with healthcare teams
- Monitor patient outcomes
- Ensure compliance with ethical standards
- Support outreach programs
- Early Post-Doctoral Researcher – Health Systems/Implementation Scientist – Nairobi
Job Reference: VN00945
Positions: 1
Employment Type: Contract
Application Deadline: April 21, 2026
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct health systems and implementation research
- Analyze healthcare delivery models
- Develop research frameworks and methodologies
- Collaborate with policymakers and stakeholders
- Publish research findings
- Support grant proposals
- Mentor junior researchers
- Participate in policy discussions
- Ensure compliance with research standards
Application Process
Interested applicants are required to submit their applications through the official recruitment portal before the stated deadlines. Each applicant should ensure that they apply for the correct job reference number and provide all required documentation as specified in the application system.
Applicants are advised to review each role carefully and tailor their applications accordingly to reflect their experience and suitability for the specific position.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further stages of the recruitment process.
