Women’s Health Project Research Medical Officer Jobs in Kenya
Women’s Health Project Research Medical Officer Jobs in Kenya
The Women’s Health Project, established in 1993, is a collaborative effort of the University of Nairobi (UoN), the University of Washington (UW), the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), Mombasa County and the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center (FHCRC), and the US President’s Emergency Program for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR).
Job Summary:
The Research Medical Officer will work as part of a medical team that attends to research participants in a long-term cohort of high-risk women.
He/she will be responsible for overall management and quality control of clinic activities in the project.
These will include performing procedures related to screening, enrolment and treatment of study subjects.
In addition, the Research Medical Officer will assist the Principal Investigator in various project management activities.
Essential Job Functions
Supervise and perform screening and enrolment of eligible participants
Diagnose and treat study participants
Prescription of ARVs and identification of adverse events related to ART
Avail laboratory results to study participants and treat them accordingly
Collect specimens, confirm correct labelling of the specimen and supervise transportation of specimens to the laboratory
Supervise accurate entry of laboratory results in to the study record books
Supervise data cleaning and correction processes
Maintain consents and consent audits for ongoing projects
Supervise and train study staff on study procedures and other relevant topics
Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) under supervision of the PI and training staff on the SOPs annually
Monitor adverse events and report them to the ethical committees as required
Prepare regulatory submissions to local ethical review committees and international institutional review boards.
Prepare protocols, case report forms, informed consent forms and other documentation for human subjects ethics
review for different studies
Data analysis and presentation of research progress and results at conferences or scientific meetings
Participate in writing and reviewing of manuscripts
Coordinate and lead monthly journal clubs and teaching conferences with collaborating groups in the region
Perform any additional tasks as assigned by the Principal Investigator
Qualifications / Skills / Experience
Medical degree from a recognized institution (MBChB or equivalent)
Must have completed one (1) year internship.
Registered with the Kenya Medical Pharmacists and Dentists’ Board with a valid licence
Computer literacy skills with MS Office software. Knowledge of statistical software such as SPSS or Stata will be an added advantage.
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated leadership ability
Enthusiastic and hardworking Medical Officers who are interested in exploring a research career are encouraged to apply
How to Apply
Applicants who meet the specified requirements should send the following to
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Letter of Application
Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae with daytime telephone number and e-mail address
Copies of Academic and professional Certificates and Transcripts
Pay slip and/or current remuneration if applicable
Other testimonials
The email subject should read “Research Medical Officer”
Closing date for applications is Friday, 20th May 2022, 5:00 PM EAT.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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