Data Analyst at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, which has since been amended to Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013. The 1979 Act established KEMRI as a National body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya.

Data Analyst

  • Job TypeContract
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience2 years
  • LocationKisumu
  • Job FieldData, Business Analysis and AI 

Vacancy No. FN-03-02-2024

Duties and Responsibilities

  •  Support in planning data collection methods and developing experimental designs and analytical methods
  •  Collaborate with study investigators on sample size calculations and study sampling
  •  Design and implement data collection tools for specific projects
  •  Create and manage research data collection tools and databases using REDCap and ODK, among other tools.
  •  Train and manage data collection teams to ensure quality data collection.
  •  Conduct weekly data cleaning and reporting, manage data integrity issues
  •  Develop, maintain, and present Key Performance Indicator (KPI) dashboards to study personnel
  •  Communicate with trial investigators about data quality and resolve issues per study protocol.
  •  Assist in preparing trial documents, reports, and responses to regulatory inquiries
  •  With support of trial investigators, assist in clinical trial monitoring, including safety reporting
  •  Utilize statistical software and techniques for data gathering, analysis, and interpretation
  •  Analyze data and present statistical results through graphs, charts, and tables
  •  Discuss and interpret trial/study results with colleagues and collaborators
  •  Ensure project deadlines and milestones related to data and analyses are met
  •  Provide mentorship to junior investigators and support to the research team with other tasks as needed
  •  Carry out additional duties as directed by the Research Manager/Coordinator and supervisors

Required Qualifications:

  •  Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Biostatistics or related field
  •  At least 2-years’ experience as a Data Analyst or a similar position
  •  Experience with a range of data analysis tools
  •  Excellent skills using REDCap and ODK
  •  Advanced Excel skills, Pivot Tables and Macros preferred
  •  Ability to work as part of a team and handle multiple projects

Desirable Qualifications:

  •  Prior research experience, preferably in the health sciences
  •  Great attention to detail and excellent analytical skills
  •  Excellent organizational and communication skills, attention to detail
  •  Familiarity with statistical packages (including Stata, R, SPSS or SAS)
  •  Critical thinking skills, highly motivated
  •  Demonstrated experience in writing as evidenced by publications or project reports

Method of Application

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 Position & Vacancy Number or Reference Number as the subject of the Email

A duly signed application letter indicating the vacancy reference with copies of documents listed above should be sent to the stated email address not later than 19th March, 2024
 

Send your application to hrrctp@kemri-rctp.org

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