Study Nurses (2)

Job title: Study Nurse (2) Location: Rachuonyo, Homabay County Reports To: Study Coordinator / Principal Investigator Position Type: Full-time, Contract Job Purpose: To provide efficient and effective clinical care to trial participants enrolled in the MK-8527 trial.

This is a phase III randomized controlled trial that involves evaluating the efficacy and safety of a drug for a HIV-1 pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). The post holder is expected to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure high quality acquisition of trial data and clinical care provision to trial participants.

This role includes participant recruitment, informed consent, clinical assessments, adherence monitoring, and safety oversight, in compliance with the study protocol, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and local regulatory guidelines.

Key Responsibilities: Assist in the identification, recruitment, and retention of eligible study participants.

Conduct informed consent discussions, ensuring participants understand study procedures and their rights.

Perform physical assessments, collect vital signs, and document medical histories.

Conduct point-of-care or rapid tests (e.g., HIV tests, pregnancy tests) as required.

Administer investigational product/placebo per protocol and monitor for adverse events.

Manage and report adverse events promptly in accordance with protocol and ethics guidelines.

Collect biological samples (e.g., blood, urine, swabs) following biosafety procedures.

Ensure proper labeling, storage, and transport of specimens.

Administer study questionnaires and perform study-related procedures as scheduled.

Accurately document all study-related data in source documents and case report forms (CRFs). Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.

Ensure any concerns the study procedures and supplies are flagged early and where applicable addressed or referred.

Support monitoring visits and audits by ensuring records are complete and up-to-date.

Adhere to the study protocol, GCP, and ethical standards.

Participate in site training, team meetings, and ongoing professional development.

Assist with recruitment and retention efforts as needed.

Liaise with study sponsors, monitors, and external laboratories as required.

And any other duties that may be assigned from time to time Qualifications & Experience: Must have minimum a Diploma in Nursing Valid practicing license and registration certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya Must have at least 2 years’ experience in clinical research, preferably in HIV prevention or women's health.

Must be trained in Human Subjects protection /Good Clinical Practice and clinical trial documentation.

Phlebotomy and sample handling experience preferred.

Excellent communication skills: Must be able to communicate to the study participants well and with PI via email and Zoom Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and interact respectfully with diverse populations.

Key Competencies: Excellent clinical evaluation skills Attentive to detail with, and ability to follow through required tasks.

Proactive, confident and good presentation skills.

Takes initiative, keen to learn and aware of personal limitations.

Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) Team worker, able to work in a multicultural environment, punctual and high integrity.

Applications must include the following: Application letter, Complete CV with 2 referees indicating their telephone contacts and e-mail contacts Relevant certificates and testimonials If qualified for the above post, please send your application addressed to the Principal Investigator, MK8527 Study.

If qualified for the above post, please send the above documents to the email by 27/7/2025 NB: Applications without the above-mentioned qualifications or required certificates will NOT be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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