Research Assistant

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.

Research Assistants

Key responsibilities

• Timely extraction of data from patients’ charts
• Verify quality of data by comparing abstracted data to source documents
• Ensure facilities have adequate data collection tools and request necessary supplies for the project
• Liaise with the health facility staff to ensure project activities are conducted as scheduled
• Providing project management team with regular feedback on field activities
• Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.

Vacancy Requirements:

• Diploma in Community Health, Public Health, or equivalent from a recognized Institution
• Proficiency in Computer applications
• Team player
• Excellent Communication and people skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Good interpersonal skills