KEMRI Announces 10 New Career Opportunities in Nairobi, Kilifi and Mombasa
The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is inviting qualified and competent candidates to apply for several exciting contract and internship opportunities. These positions offer a chance to contribute to leading health research programs and public health initiatives across Kenya.
Program Assistant – Nairobi (Ref: VN00971) – 1 Position
The Program Assistant will support project implementation through administrative coordination, activity scheduling, records management, stakeholder engagement, report preparation, and operational support.
Research Intern (Ref: VN00972) – 2 Positions
The interns will assist research teams in data collection, data entry, literature reviews, documentation, report preparation, and other research-related activities while gaining practical experience in scientific research.
Assistant Research Officer – Chanjo Hub – Nairobi (Ref: VN00973) – 2 Positions
The role involves supporting research activities, participant recruitment and engagement, data collection, project coordination, documentation, and implementation of study activities.
Post-Doctoral Researcher – Nairobi/Kilifi (Ref: VN00974) – 2 Positions
The successful candidates will conduct advanced research, analyze data, prepare scientific publications, contribute to grant activities, and provide technical support to research projects.
Research Officer (Social Science) – Mombasa (Ref: VN00975) – 1 Position
The officer will conduct social science research, coordinate fieldwork activities, collect and analyze data, prepare reports, and support dissemination of research findings.
Post Doctoral Researcher – CARISSA Study – Kilifi (Ref: VN00976) – 1 Position
The position will support the CARISSA Study through research design, scientific analysis, manuscript development, stakeholder engagement, and dissemination of findings.
Epidemiology and Demography Departmental Manager – Kilifi (Ref: VN00977) – 1 Position
The Departmental Manager will oversee departmental operations, manage research programs, coordinate teams, support strategic planning, and ensure effective delivery of research objectives.
Post Doctoral Researcher – PHISG – Nairobi (Ref: VN00978) – 1 Position
The successful candidate will undertake advanced research, support project implementation, conduct data analysis, and contribute to scientific publications and technical outputs.
Assistant Research Officer (Social Science) – Nairobi/Mombasa (Ref: VN00979) – 2 Positions
The role involves supporting social science research studies through participant engagement, field data collection, data management, and preparation of research reports.
Pharmacist – Kilifi (Ref: VN00980) – 2 Positions
The Pharmacist will support pharmaceutical services, manage study medications, maintain drug accountability records, ensure regulatory compliance, and support clinical research activities.
Application Deadlines
- Program Assistant and Research Intern: 15 June 2026
- All Other Positions: 16 June 2026
