Study Nurses

The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a state corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, which has since been amended to Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013 as the national body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya.

Study Nurse – Kisumu & Homabay

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct participants’ assessments, monitor vital signs, and assist in the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions.
• Educate participants on cervical cancer screening and prevention.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of research studies related to secondary cervical cancer prevention.
• Informed Consent administration.
• Collaborate with the research team to collect, document, and report clinical data accurately.
• Capture and manage adverse events.
• Administer Case Report Forms and perform quality checks and query resolution.
• Ensure compliance with ethical, regulatory, and clinical guidelines in all activities.
• Participate in training and capacity-building activities for clinic staff and community partners.
• Maintain accurate and confidential participants’ records in compliance with site policies and regulations.
• Community engagement and collaboration with other partners to identify potentially eligible study participants
• Perform pelvic examination and collection of Cervicovaginal swabs.
• Maintain study logs, supplies inventory and management of site petty cash.
• Develop and review of clinic related related SOPs

Vacancy Requirements:

• Diploma or degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.
• Valid nursing license to practice in Kenya.
• Training in ICH GCP and HSP will be an added advantage
• Minimum of 2–3 years of nursing experience, preferably in Cervical Cancer Prevention Services
• Experience working in research settings or clinical trials is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with cervical cancer screening and thermal ablation procedures.
• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent communication and patient counseling skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of REDCap.
• Knowledge of ethical and regulatory requirements for clinical research.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Commitment to advancing participant care and cervical cancer prevention services.
• Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Human Subject Protection (HSP) certification with Strong knowledge of ICH guidelines