Research Clinical Officer

Job Title: Research Clinical Officer

Positions: 1

Location: Rachuonyo, Homabay County

Reports To: Study Coordinator / Principal Investigator

Position Type: 1 yr Contract

Job Summary:

The Research Clinical Officer will conduct delegated study procedures including mobilization, recruitment, eligibility assessment, enrolment and follow-up of study participants in accordance with study protocol, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and the Protection of Human Subjects (HSP) guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities

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2. Recruit, consent, screen, assess eligibility, and enroll eligible study participants into clinical studies.
   
3. Perform physical assessments, collect vital signs, and document medical histories.
   
4. Administer investigational products to eligible participants and follow them up for safety, efficacy as per the protocol.
   
5. Collect and process biological samples (e.g., blood, urine, swabs) following biosafety procedures.
   
6. Ensure proper labeling, storage, and transport of specimens.
   
7. Administer study questionnaires and perform study-related procedures as scheduled.
   
8. Accurately document all study-related data in source documents and case report forms (CRFs).
   
9. Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
   
10. Respond to data queries in a timely manner
    
11. Provide appropriate medical treatment and where necessary, facilitate referral of study participants with medical ailments and complications
    
12. Ensure retention of study participants in clinical studies
    
13. Elicit, report and manage adverse events (AEs) as per protocol and site SOPs
    
14. Support monitoring visits and audits by ensuring records are complete and up-to-date.
    
15. Adhere to the study protocol, GCP, and ethical standards.
    
16. Participate in site training, team meetings, and ongoing professional development.
    
17. Liaise with study sponsors, monitors, and external laboratories as required.
    
18. Perform any other relevant clinical or research duties as assigned by the Study Co-Ordinator, Principal Investigators.
    

Qualifications & Experience:

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• Diploma in Clinical Medicine from a recognized university or college
  
• Must be registered with the Clinical Officers Council (Kenya) and present a valid practicing license
  
• Must have valid Good Clinical Practice and Human Subjects Protection Training certificates
  
• Must have at least 3 years’ prior experience conducting clinical trials
  

Skills & Competencies:

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• Strong clinical decision-making and patient care skills.
  
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and documentation abilities.
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic data capture systems (e.g., REDCap, Medidata, OpenClinica).
  
• Qualitative and quantitative data collection skills, Quality Control and Quality Assurance skills, HIV counselling and testing, excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Phlebotomy skills
  

Working Conditions:

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• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings/weekends when needed.
  
• Position may require occasional travel for meetings or training.
  
• May be called upon to support the Community Engagement Lead in explaining the study to community members.
  
• May participate in activities that support participant recruitment and retention.
  
• May conduct or coordinate home visits for study procedures when necessary.
  
• And any other duties that may be assigned from time to time
  

Applications must include the following:

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• Application letter, Complete CV with 2 referees indicating their telephone contacts and e-mail contacts
  
• Relevant certificates and testimonials
  
• If qualified for the above post, please send your application addressed to the Principal Investigator, MK8527 Study.
  

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• If qualified for the above post, please send the above documents to the email mkstudyresearch@gmail.com by; 20/04/2026
  

NB: Applications without the above-mentioned qualifications or required certificates will NOT be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Click on the link below and fill out the Google form (Mandatory).

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeScXlBWmRZz55Vg7AlePFArPpHAUHQcJb-6NxgEKnVrNrPeQ/viewform?usp=pp_url