The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will be conducting a large
community-based study of Attractive Targeted Sugar Bait (ATSB) aimed at reducing malaria transmission in western Kenya.
The 3-year project is part of a larger international ATSB consortium involving three countries in Africa, and international partners in the UK and USA. As part of this effort, KEMRI is searching for an exceptional trial manager with three years of relevant work experience to lead the study team
Essential Qualifications
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education minimum grade of D plus.
Minimum of 2 years working in data entry preferable within the research set-up
Good Clinical practice (GCP) certificate
Experience in MS-Access and MS-Excel
Desirable Qualities
Experience in working with Tele forms or other scanning software is an added advantage
Attention to details and good work ethics
Good judgment in problem solving, awareness of own limitations, and strong internal motivation essential
Experience in Data Cleaning
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet set deadlines
Must be able to multitask with several programs at the same time including Ms Excel, Ms Access and Tele forms scan stations
Must have good organizational skills
Be able to work well in a team
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Data entry Clerk will report to the data manager to perform the following tasks.
Scanning of forms and verification of data from the field
Ensure data is entered accurately and timely – meet data team allocated targets
Communicate closely with Data Manager to ensure priority tasks are completed.
Work with Data Specialist to ensure that data is routinely backed up, anti-virus scans are conducted, and data security measures are adhered to protect data and patient confidentiality
Deal with routine problems or issues that arise during data handling
Perform data cleaning and QA
Work well with members of the program/research teams including Laboratory technologists, field workers & field supervisor
