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Aga Khan Hospitals

Research Specialist, Study Coodinator, Provost Office Coe

Nairobi, Kenya

Mercy Corps

Re - Advertisement - Insights & Research Lead / Jobtech Alliance

Nairobi, Kenya

GiveDirectly, Inc

Research Manager

Nairobi, Kenya

International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)

Regional Blue Science And Business Innovation Manager

Nairobi, Kenya

60 Decibels

Field Operations Manager

Nairobi, Kenya

KCA University

Research Development Officer

Nairobi, Kenya

KCA University

Lecturer In Data Science And Artificial Intelligence

Nairobi, Kenya

Aga Khan University

Assistant Professor, Public Health And Environmental Health - Department Of Population Health

Nairobi, Kenya

Aga Khan University

Assistant Professor, Epidemiology - Department Of Population Health

Nairobi, Kenya

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Population Council

CLOSED

Post - Doctoral Fellow, GIRL Center

Nairobi, Kenya

Research Specialist, Study Coodinator, Provost Office Coe

Closing: May 16, 2024

1 day remaining

Published: May 13, 2024 (3 days ago)

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Requirements

  • A minimum of a foundational level professional training with direct application in a hospital setting e.g. Diploma in clinical medicine (Clinical officer), Diploma in nursing, Diploma in Laboratory technology, Diploma in health records.  A bachelor’s degree will be an added advantage.
  • Good Clinical Practice Certification.
  • Proven experience in study coordination or similar coordination role in a health research study conducted in a health facility is essential – Minimum duration of at least 2 years.
  • Conversant with data collection and basic data management on research or clinical applications.
  • Relevant experience in a health research environment including community and public health facility settings will be an added advantage.
  • Relevant experience in large multi-country projects will be an added advantage.
  • Previous experience working in AKU will be an added advantage.


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Requirements

  • A minimum of a foundational level professional training with direct application in a hospital setting e.g. Diploma in clinical medicine (Clinical officer), Diploma in nursing, Diploma in Laboratory technology, Diploma in health records.  A bachelor’s degree will be an added advantage.
  • Good Clinical Practice Certification.
  • Proven experience in study coordination or similar coordination role in a health research study conducted in a health facility is essential – Minimum duration of at least 2 years.
  • Conversant with data collection and basic data management on research or clinical applications.
  • Relevant experience in a health research environment including community and public health facility settings will be an added advantage.
  • Relevant experience in large multi-country projects will be an added advantage.
  • Previous experience working in AKU will be an added advantage.


  • Oversee the coordination and execution of PROTECT and other related research project activities by ensuring timely initiation of planned activities and monitor progress throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Develop and maintain study Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) - Create and update comprehensive SOPs for study staff to ensure consistent and standardized conduct of study activities.
  • Training of health facility clinical staff (e.g. Nurses, labtechs, health records staff) in their roles related to research activities e.g. Data collection, sample collection.
  • Ensure adherence to the study protocol in all aspects of implementation by ensuring continued presence in the facilities and field sites.
  • Make research contributions to any of the thematic areas of the PROTECT study based on their professional background/ training and experience in research.
  • Work with the data manager to continuously monitor and advise the research team on the data quality issues including discrepancies, errors, and missing data.
  • Assist the PI in planning for activities and costing them.
  • Create and manage a well-organized and secure filing system for study documentation and correspondence.
  • Participate in the recruitment of research staff by identifying staffing needs, preparing JDs, and supporting interviews and selection processes.
  • Oversee the management of supplies, consumables, equipment, and staff travel.
  • Prepare and disseminate written outputs including publications alongside other members of the research team.
  • Liaison with central PROTECT team and teams within the other PROTECT country sites.
  • Any other responsibilities as assigned by the PI.


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