VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Early Post-Doctoral Researcher (CARisSA)

Job Location: Kilifi

Job Type: Full-time

Reference Number: KWTRP26/EPD-CARisSA/16

Job Grade: 9.01

Country: Kenya

JOB PURPOSE:

To provide scientific leadership and lead implementation of day to day activities as part of the Cardiovascular Disease Epidemiology Research Group.

DESCRIPTION:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead the collection, processing, compilation, and analysis of study data/samples and ensure all related records and reports are handled and managed in line with study protocols.
Network, collaborate and partner with the other Departments, research groups and other internal and external CARisSA Study stakeholders and support in Project Management to ensure quality of outputs and timely completion of Projects
Work with the Principal Investigator and other Programme Researchers to identify sustainable funding opportunities and develop proposals to secure Research Grants and funding.
Contribute to Capacity building by developing and maintaining user-friendly study related learning aids and reference materials as well as organizing and delivering short online refresher courses as necessary.
Mentor CARisSA Study researcher team by developing, implementing and reviewing Scientific Research mentorship approaches to the assigned AROs, Postgraduate students and interns
Disseminate and publish CARisSA Study research work by preparing policy briefs, manuscripts, publishing in reputable scientific journals and disseminating at various internal and external meetings, conferences, workshops and other relevant Scientific forums
Manage the CARisSA Study research team by providing direct supervision to the assigned team members and participate in other study HR Management issues as assigned
Contribute to the CARisSA Study research team’s full compliance with all relevant internal ethical and Research Governance protocols, policies and procedures as well as all external legal, ethical and regulatory requirements by ensuring proper documentation and adherence at all Research Phases

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum PhD in in Epidemiology or related field any other relevant field from a recognized university
An undergraduate degree in a health-related field (including Medicine and Surgery)
If medically qualified, should be registered (or eligible to be registered) with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board
Minimum One (1) Year Academic and/or Practical experience in Research from a reputable Research institution
Demonstrated Strong experience in quantitative skills and proficient in advanced statistical programming e.g. with Stata/R or other software
Experience in conducting field/clinical research
Experience working with external stakeholders as well as community health workers

DESIRABLE

COMPETENCIES:

Demonstrated high levels of integrity and confidentiality
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work with diverse, multidisciplinary teams and build strong relationships with internal and external collaborators
Excellent analytical skills and ability to deliver quality outputs within strict timelines.
Strong Team Management and decision-making skills

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS:

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 on or before 16^thJune,2026.

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.

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).