RCTP Jobs in Suba / Rongo Districts, Kenya

RCTP Jobs in Suba / Rongo Districts, Kenya

Program Description: Research Care and Training Program (RCTP) is collaboration between the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and University of Washington (UW).
RCTP leads the Family AIDS Care and Education Services (FACES) program, a comprehensive HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment program working in 140 clinics in Nyanza Province, Kenya.
RCTP is seeking motivated, proactive individuals to fill the following positions in the Sustainable East African Research on Community Health (SEARCH) Study.
SEARCH is a five-year cluster randomized trial to test whether universal ART can improve health, Educational, and economic outcomes.
We are going to be conducting a household census in 12 communities and annual multi- disease diagnostic health campaigns.
We will also be supporting ART delivery through FACES clinics.
1. Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technologist
(6 Positions)
Reports to: SEARCH Laboratory Coordinator
Duty Station: Suba/Rongo Districts
Duration: 9 Months
Vacancy Number: FN-42-09-2014
Job Summary:
Successful applicants will be responsible for running tests in the field laboratory station during the community health campaigns, Post CHC tracking and processing samples in the mobile RNA laboratory station.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform SEARCH study specific assays:

POC CD4 using PIMA™ analyzers, HIV rapid tests, Malaria RDTs, Sputum for AFB, and Blood glucose levels, Full haemogram and blood Chemistries e.g. Liver function tests and renal function tests Sample collection and processing:

Infant DBS and finger prick whole blood capillary blood for viral load RNA

Adhering to Professional Code of Conduct and Research Ethics

Preparing Sample aliquots, archival and storage in the freezer works software

Performing maintenance and troubleshooting on laboratory equipments

Laboratory Waste segregation and management

Stock control using stock cards

Ensure efficient chain of custody of all samples collected, laboratory study documents, results and perform tests as per the specific laboratory SOPs

Projection on consumables and reagents, and re-ordering whenever due.

Any other duty as assigned by the laboratory coordinator Key Requirements:

Diploma in Medical laboratory Technology from the Kenya Medical Training College or any relevant, recognized institution

Registered with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB)

Current KMLTTB Practising License

Current and valid Motorcycle riding license would be an added advantage.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities . Laboratory Skills:

Good clinical and laboratory practices training (GCLP) Phlebotomy :

Venous whole blood and capillary blood collection

Conduct rapid HIV antibody testing, Malaria RDT test, Blood sugar tests, Sputum for AFB and DBS sample collections

Sample archival and storage

CD4 count using PIMA Machine

Laboratory commodity management 2. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English and Dholuo
3. Should embrace community-based development work.
4. Knowledge of computer software applications including MS-Office suite.
5. Interest in working in an innovative and demanding environment with extensive travel to rural sites in Suba/Mbita and Rongo Districts.
2. Job Title: Study Clinical Officer
Posted on September 20, 2014 at 12:14 pm
Medical Kenyan Jobs
Reports to: The Principal Investigator
Location: Suba
Duration: Oct 2014 through to 30 April 2015
Vacancy No. FN-41-09-2014
Job Summary:
The incumbent will oversee daily clinical activities of the research project at the Suba site.
Key Responsibilities:

Carry out medical and neurological examinations, interpret laboratory results, perform lumbar punctures

Conduct neuropsychological testing

Dispense and manage medications

Accurate and prompt study documentation, safety monitoring and follow-up of adverse events

Assist with data entry and verification

Reports to the Assistant Study Coordinators

Other duties as assigned Key Requirements:
Education:

Diploma in Clinical Medicine with current registration with Clinical Officers Council of Kenya Experience:

At least one year experience with clinical research

At least one year experience in provision of HIV care including anti-retrovirals Other Skills:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent leadership, management and interpersonal skills

Excellent computer skills

Fluent spoken English, Dholuo, and Kiswahili required Applications must include the following:

A cover letter stating current work (if applicable), current salary and date available to start work on the project

A current CV with names and telephone contacts for at least 2 referees

Copies of academic and professional certificates and copy of the latest pay slip

At least two recommendation letters, preferably from previous employers All applications must be sent electronically to the email address below followed by hard copies which should be delivered or posted so as to reach the following address by 2nd October 2014
eMail: hrrctp@kemri-ucsf.org
Human Resources Manager
KEMRI – RCTP/ FACES Program
P. O Box 614-40100
Kisumu
Please write the Vacancy Number, and Position applied for on the envelope and in the subject Line of the Email.
Note: RCTP or any of its programs, Studies or Projects does not solicit for Money or any form of reward for a Job applicant to be considered for employment.
Any such requests should be immediately reported to the HR department.
Any job applicant who tries to corrupt our employee during any stage of the staff hiring process will be disqualified.
KEMRI is an equal opportunity employer.
Women, the Youth, people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.