Job Description
Position: Research Scientist ( 1 Position) K MR/ 6 Vacancy No. FN-01-02-2024
Reports to: Study Coordinator
Location: Nairobi
Duration: 1 year Renewable Contract
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, Mobilize and recruit eligible participants for the study
Assist in transcription and translation of the collected data
Provide regular progress reports to the study coordinator
Work closely with the study coordinators to prepare weekly study activity schedules including but
not limited to recruitment, screening, administering questionnaires, follow-up phone calls, reporting
of AEs to the study clinician and coordinator, etc.
Ensure the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of research and data collection activities
Participate in regular research team meetings
Respond to questions about the study posed by participants and any other relevant persons
Coordinate the recruitment of community advisory group members and facilitate their meetings
Requirements:
i. Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Community Health or a related field,
ii. Knowledge in community entry strategies
iii. Knowledge in recruitment and retention of women as participants
iv. Knowledge in consenting and interviewing young women on reproductive issues
v. Residing in Nairobi for the duration of the study
Desirable Qualities
• Commitment to integrity and high-quality performance
• Great understanding of the study area
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in both English and Swahili
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work individually and in a team
• Keen and attentive to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures keenly
• Ability to work well under pressure with minimal supervision
• Flexibility to travel extensively within the study area and to meet participants in time and place of their
convenience
• Experience working in a family planning related project will be an added advantage