Exciting Career Opportunities at Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI)
The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), a leading national body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya, invites qualified, passionate, and results-driven individuals to apply for multiple exciting career opportunities across its research centres and project locations.
KEMRI is committed to advancing human health through research, innovation, and capacity building. Successful candidates will join dynamic teams contributing to impactful health programs in areas such as clinical research, epidemiology, data science, immunology, and public health systems strengthening.
Below are the available positions:
1. Laboratory Technologists – Kilifi (6 Positions)
Responsible for supporting laboratory operations, conducting sample analysis, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards within research projects.
2. Early Post-Doctoral Researcher – Immunology (Kilifi) (1 Position)
Will contribute to immunology research projects, including study design, data interpretation, and publication of scientific findings.
3. Project Manager – Kilifi (2 Positions)
Will oversee project planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting while ensuring timely delivery of research objectives and stakeholder coordination.
4. Clinical Officer – Nairobi (2 Positions)
Responsible for providing clinical care, supporting research activities, and ensuring compliance with clinical protocols in study implementation.
5. Data Manager – Kilifi (3 Positions)
Will manage data systems, ensure data quality, oversee data collection processes, and support analysis for research studies.
6. Early Post-Doctoral Researcher (Bioscience) – Kilifi (2 Positions)
Will conduct bioscience research, contribute to scientific outputs, and support laboratory-based investigations.
7. Senior Post-Doctoral Researcher (Lead Senior Clinical Scientist/Health Systems Implementation Scientist) – Nairobi (1 Position)
Will lead clinical research and health systems implementation studies, providing technical leadership and mentoring junior researchers.
8. Statistician – Kilifi (1 Position)
Responsible for statistical design, data analysis, interpretation of results, and supporting research publications.
9. Early Post-Doctoral Researcher (Malaria & Sickle Cell) – Kilifi (1 Position)
Will support specialized research in malaria and sickle cell disease, including field and laboratory components.
10. Early Post-Doctoral Researcher – Genomics (Kilifi) (1 Position)
Will conduct genomics research, data analysis, and contribute to scientific publications and innovation.
11. Senior Post-Doctoral Researcher – Statistician/Quantitative Lead (Nairobi) (1 Position)
Will lead quantitative analysis, guide statistical methodologies, and support large-scale data-driven research.
12. Early Post-Doctoral Researcher (Modelling) – Kilifi (1 Position)
Responsible for developing and applying mathematical and computational models to support research insights.
13. Project Coordinator (Nursing/Midwifery Background) – Nairobi (1 Position)
Will coordinate project activities, manage stakeholder engagement, and support implementation of health programs.
14. Clinical Trials Facility Manager – Kilifi (1 Position)
Will oversee clinical trials infrastructure, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and manage facility operations.
15. Clinical Officer – Kilifi (2 Positions)
Will support clinical service delivery and research activities within study populations in Kilifi.
16. Early Post-Doctoral Researcher – Health Systems/Implementation Scientist (Nairobi) (1 Position)
Will support health systems research, implementation science, and policy-relevant studies.
17. Medical Officer (1 Position)
Will provide clinical oversight, support patient care in research settings, and ensure adherence to ethical and clinical standards.
18. Pharmacist (2 Positions)
Responsible for pharmaceutical services, drug management, compliance with regulatory requirements, and supporting clinical research.
19. Community Interviewers (3 Positions)
Will support data collection through field interviews, community engagement, and accurate documentation of research data.
20. Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (1 Position)
Will conduct independent and collaborative research, contribute to publications, and support ongoing scientific programs.
21. Research Interns – Migori County (2 Positions)
Will support research activities, data collection, and administrative tasks while gaining practical experience in research environments.
22. Farm Trainer – Migori County (2 Positions)
Responsible for training community members on agricultural practices, supporting project implementation, and field coordination.
23. Data Officer (1 Position)
Will support data entry, management, validation, and reporting to ensure accuracy and integrity of research data.
Application Deadlines
- 21st April 2026 – Majority of positions (Kilifi & Nairobi-based research roles)
- 29th April 2026 – Medical Officer, Pharmacist, Community Interviewers, Postdoctoral Fellowship
- 10th May 2026 – Research Interns, Farm Trainer, Data Officer
