Study Nurses - Research Care and Training Program

University of Washington, Kenya
Research Care and Training Program
Vacancy Announcement
University of Washington, Fred Hutchison Cancer Center and the Ministry of Health funded by NIH is conducting a hybrid effectiveness-implementation cluster-randomized controlled trial to evaluate whether integrating telehealth support into pharmacy-based PrEP and PEP delivery improves clinical and implementation outcomes.
The study will be conducted in 24 private pharmacies across Kisumu, Homa Bay, Migori, Siaya, and Vihiga counties in western Kenya.
Position: Study Nurse (4 Positions)
Reports to: Study Coordinator
Location: Kisumu
Duration: 1 Year Renewable
Main Objectives of this position: This position involves assessment, counseling, informed consent and case management administration and sexual reproductive assessment.
Key Responsibilities

1. 
   
2. Recruit, screen, consent, enroll, and retain study participants in accordance with the study protocol, SOPs, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
   
3. Conduct study activities as outlined in the study protocol and in compliance with applicable SOPs, ethical guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
   
4. Provide comprehensive counseling on HIV prevention, STI prevention, contraception, adherence to study products, and risk-reduction strategies.
   
5. Administer study questionnaires and collect demographic, behavioral, and clinical information using approved study tools.
   
6. Coordinate participant follow-up visits, appointment reminders, participant tracing, and retention activities to minimize loss to follow-up.
   
7. Accurately complete study source documents, case report forms (CRFs), screening logs, enrollment logs, participant tracking logs, and visit documentation.
   
8. Accurately enter participant information and study data into electronic data capture systems including REDCap and other study databases as required.
   
9. Review study records for completeness, accuracy, and protocol compliance and resolve data queries in collaboration with the data management team.
   
10. Ensure timely reporting and documentation of adverse events, protocol deviations, social harms, and participant safety concerns.
    
11. Collaborate closely with laboratory, pharmacy, qualitative research, data management, and clinical teams to ensure smooth implementation of study activities.
    
12. Prepare study documentation for monitoring visits, audits, inspections, and quality assurance reviews.
    
13. Maintain participant confidentiality and uphold ethical standards throughout all study activities.
    
14. Participate in study trainings, team meetings, refresher trainings, and protocol update sessions.
    
15. Ensure compliance with study protocols, institutional policies, GCP, Human Subjects Protection requirements, and applicable regulatory guidelines.
    
16. Perform any other study-related duties assigned by the Study Coordinator.
    

Qualifications and Experience

1. 
   
2. Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from a recognized institution.
   
3. Minimum of 2–3 years' experience in research, clinical trials, or related healthcare settings.
   
4. Valid nursing registration and licensure.
   
5. Current Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Human Subjects Protection (HSP) certification.
   

Required Competencies

1. 
   
2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
   
3. Strong organizational and time-management skills with high attention to detail.
   
4. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
   
5. Good problem-solving skills, initiative, and resourcefulness.
   

Successful candidates will be required to provide the following: Certificate of good conduct, Higher Education Loans Board compliance certificate, KRA Tax compliance certificate, Credit Reference Bureau clearance certificate, and Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission clearance, testimonials and other
relevant documents.
All the applications to be done through THIS LINK on or before 14th August 2026 latest 5.00 p.m.
WE ARE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY; PERSONS WHO ARE ABLED DIFFERENTLY, WOMEN, YOUTH AND THOSE FROM MARGINALIZED AREAS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. DIRECT OR INDIRECT CANVASSING WILL LEAD TO AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION. WE DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF ITS RECRUITMENT PROCESS INCLUDING APPLICATION, INTERVIEW AND PROCESSING OF OFFER LETTER. IF ASKED FOR A FEE, REPORT SUCH REQUEST IMMEDIATELY.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted