0709 203000 - Nairobi 0709 983000 - Kilifi
0709 203000 - NRB 0709 983000 - Kilifi
0709 203000 - NRB | 0709 983000 - Kilifi

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Clinical Officer

The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a state corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, as the national body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya. KEMRl’s vision is “to be a leading centre of excellence in research for human health,” and its mission is “to improve human health and quality of life through research, capacity building, innovation, and service delivery”

The KEMRI-Wellcome Research Programme (KWRP) is a partnership between KEMRI, Wellcome, and the University of Oxford. The Programme established in 1989, has evolved from conducting research in the immunology and epidemiology of malaria to a world class research institute conducting multi-disciplinary research that spans molecular biology to health systems and policy research. The KEMRI-Wellcome Research Programme (KWRP) seeks to invite applications from experienced person to fill the following positions.

Job Location: Nairobi and Mombasa

Job Type: Full-time

Reference Number: KWTRP26/STAS-CO/007

Job Grade: 6

Country: Kenya

JOB PURPOSE:

To execute daily clinical research activities including providing clinical care to study participants, supervising junior staff and carrying out study related procedures to achieve the study objectives

DESCRIPTION:

Duration: One (1) Year, renewable subject to availability of funds and performance

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: 

Reports to: Site Lead                 

Direct and indirect reportees: None

BUDGET AND RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITY:

Financial: None

Budgeting and Planning: None

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide quality clinical care to research participants.
  • Maintain study documentation, adhering to Good Documentation Practice.
  • Supervise study staff and conduct study activities according to the protocol and standard operating procedures, including reviewing clinical source documents, completing clinical assessment questionnaires, post-procedure monitoring and documentation and follow-up assessments of participants.
  • Carry out specimen collection procedures in strict adherence to the study protocol and standard operating procedures.
  • Assist in the consenting and recruitment of study participants.
  • Assist in maintaining study participants’ documentation and performing clinical procedures under the guidance of the site lead and/or the PI when required to do so.
  • Attend and participate in study related trainings and taking up the responsibility of ensuring that your training is up to date as per the training logs.
  • Attend clinical skills training and updates when required to.
  • Attend and participate in study related meetings and other meetings as needed.
  • Perform any other duties as may be assigned by to them by the site lead or Principal Investigator.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery
  • Registered with the Clinical Officers Council of Kenya
  • A minimum of three (3) years of experience in inpatient care
  • Use of Windows, Microsoft Office software

DESIRABLE

  • Previous experience in clinical research
  • Recent clinical experience in pediatric care
  • Training in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Research Ethics

 

COMPETENCIES:

 

  • Ability to lead, supervise and work within a team
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Good writing and presentation skills.
  • Demonstrable excellent communication and leadership skills.
  • Demonstrable excellent organizational skills.
  • Ability to work well in a multi-cultural team, prioritize, set and meet objectives.
  • Flexibility, adaptability, multi-tasking, and attention to detail.
  • Conscientiousness, timeliness, and willingness to work to meet deadlines.
  • Flexibility, adaptability, multi-tasking, and attention to detail.
  • Conscientiousness, timeliness, and willingness to work to meet deadlines.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS:

The position will be based at the KEMRI-Wellcome Research Programme in Nairobi and Mombasa(CGTRH)

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

 

All applications for roles in KEMRI and its partners (including KWRP) are centrally applied for using https://www.kemri.go.ke/ E-recruitment portal. To apply for this post, you must register as a user. Log into your account, then proceed to the vacancies, view the post and click on the button: “Apply Now”

Applications which should include your CV, Cover letter, copies of certified academic certificates, testimonials and other relevant documents should be made through KEMRI Website

Successful candidates will be required to provide the following: Certificate of good conduct,

Higher Education Loans Board compliance certificate, KRA Tax compliance certificate, Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission clearance.

Please Note, the subsequent recruitment process after application, will be carried out by the KWRP HR team and all communication will be from the official KWRP emails.

Applicants are required to state their current/last salary.

Applicants are required to provide a valid email address and telephone number for communication regarding interview invitations. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. During the interview, shortlisted candidates must present the ORIGINALS of the following documents: National Identity Card or Passport, academic and professional certificates, academic transcripts, testimonials, a detailed curriculum vitae (CV), and a valid clearance certificate (Certificate of Good Conduct or its equivalent).

All the applications to be done through KEMRI Website https:///www.kemri.go.ke/e- recruitment –

E-Recruitment Portal on or before 21st April,2026 by 5.00 p.m.

Apply Here