Malaria Research Project
Mombasa, Uasin Gishu
Posted today
- Company:
- INSTITUTIONAL CENTRE FOR REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH
- Company Description:
- INSTITUTIONAL CENTRE FOR REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH IS A RENOWNED ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH RESEARCH AND INTERVENTIONS IN EUROPE AND AFRICA. ESTABLISHED IN MAY 2000, ICFRH WAS REGISTERED AS A NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATION AND HAS SINCE EMERGED AS A LEADING FORCE IN THE FIELD IN USA. WITH A RICH HISTORY, OUR JOURNEY BEGAN YEARS AGO WHEN WE JOINED THE COLLABORATIVE HIV/STI RESEARCH GROUP AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WALES SINCE 1996, ICFRH HAS BEEN ACTIVELY INVOLVED IN AFRICA, WORKING CLOSELY WITH THE WHO. ICFRH HAS ALSO PARTNERED WITH VARIOUS ORGANIZATIONS TO IMPLEMENT HIGH-QUALITY SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH (SRH) PROGRAMS. THROUGH THIS COLLABORATION AND EXPERIENCE, WE HAVE ESTABLISHED ROBUST AND EFFICIENT SYSTEMS FOR THE PROGRAMMATIC AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT OF DONOR FUNDING.
- Contract Type:
- Full Time
- Experience Required:
- 2 years
- Education Level:
- Diploma
- Number of vacancies:
- 10
Job Description
Position Title: Study Nurse – Malaria Study
Locations: Makueni, Garissa, Wajir, Kisumu, Nairobi, Kilifi, Kakamega, Bomet, Kericho
Application Deadline: 5th June 2025
Application Email: [email protected]
About the Institutional Centre for Reproductive Health (ICFRH)
The Institutional Centre for Reproductive Health (ICFRH) is a Kenyan non-governmental organization dedicated to improving health outcomes through rigorous research, capacity building, and community-based interventions. Affiliated with the International Centre for Reproductive Health Global Network, ICFRH implements projects across Kenya focusing on reproductive health, infectious diseases, maternal and child health, and health systems strengthening.
ICFRH has a strong track record of research excellence in collaboration with international and national partners, and consistently upholds the highest standards of ethical research and clinical care. The organization is at the forefront of translating scientific evidence into policy and practice in Kenya and the region.
Position Summary
ICFRH is seeking qualified and experienced Study Nurses to support a multi-site Malaria Research Study. The study will be conducted in Makueni, Garissa, Wajir, Kisumu, Nairobi, Kilifi, Kakamega, Bomet, and Kericho counties. The successful candidates will be responsible for participant care, protocol compliance, and accurate data collection in line with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and National Institutes of Health (NIH) guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
Recruit, screen, and enroll eligible participants in line with the study protocol.
Obtain informed consent and ensure participant confidentiality at all times.
Perform clinical assessments, including vital signs, sample collection, and follow-up visits.
Monitor for and report adverse events per regulatory requirements.
Accurately complete case report forms and electronic data entry tools.
Coordinate with site investigators and other research staff to ensure study timelines are met.
Maintain proper storage and handling of clinical and laboratory supplies.
Minimum Qualifications and Skills
Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from a recognized institution.
Valid license from the Nursing Council of Kenya.
At least 2 years of clinical experience, preferably with involvement in a clinical or epidemiological research study.
Must hold valid NIH Human Subjects Protection and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certifications.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Fluency in English and Kiswahili. Proficiency in local languages spoken in the study regions will be an added advantage.
Willingness to travel and work in field settings under minimal supervision.
Application Procedure
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit the following to [email protected] by 5th June 2025:
A cover letter detailing their interest and suitability for the role
A detailed CV (not exceeding 3 pages)
Copies of academic certificates and NIH/GCP certifications
Contact information for at least two referees
Please include the subject line: “Study Nurse – Malaria Study Application” in your email.
ICFRH is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, age, or disability. We do not charge any application or recruitment fees at any stage.
Join us in contributing to high-impact malaria research that informs public health policy and improves lives across Kenya.
