CARE PrEP Clinical Research Assistant

4 weeks ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Fhi 360 Full time

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Our name reflects our approach to complex human development challenges. Integrated. Customized. Connected. We deliver expert, thoughtful responses to these challenges. Our staff regularly contribute to national policies and guidelines, publish in leading journals and provide technical guidance to major development partners. Even when interventions require a narrow focus, we begin with the big picture in mind — thinking holistically in our search for solutions.

JOB SUMMARY

Working under the general supervision of the Country Study Coordinator, the Clinical Research Assistant will be responsible for recruiting and consenting eligible study participants, conducting all study procedures with participants, tracking study participants over time, and following all study operations to ensure accurate data and ethical treatment of study participants. The position is 100% level of effort (LOE) ideally be based in either Kisumu or Mombasa County and based at one of the study sites with periodic in country travel. The ideal candidate will have an obstetric background with experience in clinical data collection.Required Qualifications And ExperienceAt least 3 years clinical experience in maternal and newborn health; obstetric experience preferred.At least 2 years of experience of data collection experience in a clinical research settingExperience engaging with adolescent girls, young women and pregnant people preferred.Must reside near a study site.Skills Knowledge And AbilitiesExcellent communication skillsAbility to navigate electronic data collection systems (experience with ODK, REDCap, KoboCollect, or SurveyCTO)Ability to effectively manage and work as part of a team.Nonjudgmental attitude, humanitarian values and ethics are absolute preconditions.Energetic, independent and self-motivatedGood knowledge of spoken and written English and KiswahiliEducation RequirementsClinical degree or diploma (nursing or clinical officer) or related field from any recognized institution.Have a valid License to practice in Kenya.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Participate in study training and adhere to the study protocol and all study procedures.Participate in the translation, testing and review of data collection tools.Identify, recruit and screen potential study participants.Coordinate with CATALYST study staff for referral of participants for the CARE PrEP study, and for any other needs to ensure smooth operations between the two studies.Conduct and document informed consent process; securely store all informed consent documents per study procedures.Conduct study visits with participants throughout pregnancy, postpartum and their infants through 6 months of life. Visits to occur at study sites with possible home visits and phone contacts.Visit procedures include ascertaining medical information from participants, review/interpretation of medical records, point of care HIV and urine pregnancy testing, blood pressure check, depression screening, infant feeding assessments, physical exams of infants to identify birth defects/congenital anomalies, and referring for medical care as needed.Upon learning of any serious adverse event or social harm, complete required forms and study management notification.Review health facility registers, and participant records and capture required information according to operational procedures.Document study visit information and data on paper-based and electronic forms as applicable and maintain all participant information in an organized and confidential manner.Provide and document participant reimbursement per study protocol.Manage study visit schedules to maintain high participant retention.Consult and communicate in a timely manner any challenges encountered during data collection and resolve queries with the Country Study Coordinator and US-based data management team.Implement quality control process throughout the conduct of the study.Participate in regular team meetings.Perform any other related duties.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Following care plans, Ability to coordinate, Communication

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree

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