Clinical Research Scientist

Job Information

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    Category Healthcare Jobs
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    Posted On Jan 29 ,2021
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    Qualifications Bachelor's Degree
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    Employer Name Kenya Medical Research – KEMRI
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    Contact Email cghr@kemri.org

Job Description

The incumbent will be responsible for overseeing a large cluster randomised trial in 80 villages in Siaya County to evaluate the efficacy of a novel tool for reducing malaria transmission. The evaluation will include longitudinal assessments of community and facility-based surveillance for malaria case burden, a year-round household malaria indicator survey and an incidence cohort study. The post holder will work in close consultation with the Principal and Co-Investigators, including with the entomological team. He/She will be responsible for reviewing standard operating procedures, manage submission of protocol amendments as required, coordinate fieldwork, overseeing centralised functions of the study, including coordinating data management and procurement of study supplies.