Vacancy title:
2 Qualitative Research Assistants
Jobs at:
Kenya Medical Research - KEMRIDeadline of this Job:
29 December 2022
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, December 12, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
Vacancy No. FN-03-12-2022
Duties and Responsibilities
• Develop an in-depth understanding of study design and goals, and ensure that the study is conducted in compliance with study protocols and other regulatory requirements.
• Identify and Mobilize eligible participants for the interviews
• Work closely with the study coordinators to prepare weekly interview schedules
• Conduct qualitative interviews among participants
• Assist in transcription and translation of the collected data
• Write debrief reports
• Provide regular progress reports to the study coordinators
• Assist in coordinating community advisory group (CAG) meetings
• Ensure the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of research and data collection activities
• Participate in regular research team virtual and physical meetings
• Respond to questions about the study posed by participants and any other relevant persons
Qualifications:
• Minimum Higher Diploma in Social Sciences related field.
Experience:
• At least 3 years’ experience in conducting qualitative interviews, translation and transcription of qualitative data and
• one year experience working in a community-based research project in an urban or semi-urban area
• Knowledge and experience in community entry strategies
• Knowledge in qualitative data cleaning and coding Additional desirable qualities
• Commitment to integrity and high quality performance
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in both English and Swahili
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team
• Keen and attentive to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures
• Ability to work well under pressure with minimal supervision
• Flexibility to travel and interview participants in time and place of their convenience
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree
Job application procedure
• All applicants must meet each selection criteria detailed in the minimum requirements.
Must include a current CV with names of at least three referees.
Must include copies of academic and professional certificates.
Indicate Vacancy Number on the subject of the Email
• A duly signed application letter indicating the vacancy reference with copies of documents listed above
should be sent to: hrrctp@kemri-rctp.org not later than 29th December,2022
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