Research Officer - Qualitative Research on Human Resources for Health

Reference Number: RO-08-11

Category: Research, Science and Biotechnology

Salary: Kshs. 105, 174

Grade: 5.4

Location: Nairobi

Country: Kenya

Summary:

The position holder will be expected to plan, carry out and manager research studies in areas of human resources research beginning with work on absenteeism and instructed by their line manager.

Reporting Lines: The post reports to the Principal Investigator.

Job Dimensions:

With senior scientists undertake literature review on topics of relevance to Human Resources for HealthWith senior scientists develop approach to collect new data on topics of relevance to Human Resources for HealthWith senior scientists develop reports and publications on topics of relevance to Human Resources for HealthDevelop structured literature search approaches and carry out literature searches of major scientific databases and grey literature if appropriateIdentify relevant literature, archive searches and literature, abstract key findings summarise / provide feedback on findings based on narrative review.Write in scientific formats systematic / narrative reviews as required, provide support in the preparing related presentations and disseminate and communicate findings.Update literature searches / archive / reviews as required over timePrepare and submit research papers, reports etc as may be required and with support from senior scientists.With more senior scientists develop and submit proposals and research protocols and ensure all approval requirements have been met.Prepare work plans linked to proposals and budgets, review against requirements and monitor to ensure research progress.With more senior scientists develop appropriate research tools and methodologies and train field/ data collection teams on their use/application.Identify, screen and engage potential subjects in order to determine their suitability as study participants.Collect, collate and analyse/ interpret data and present reports on results/ conclusions addressing research questions (prepare tables, graphs, fact sheets etc as required).For quantitative date help oversee data entry and cleaning activities including undertaking accuracy and validity checks and initiating correction of errors.Actively participate in and attend scientific/departmental meetings and conferences and initiate in-house seminars, workshops and discussion forums to present and discuss research findings, breakthroughs etcMaintain up to date and accurate records of all studies and results.And any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.Skills and Competence:

Qualifications:

An MSc in Public Health or Social Science or equivalentExperience:

Post holder will have:

At least 1 years experience in research using various research methodologies and tools and in a health or health related environmentSound theoretical knowledge and understanding of research methodologies and protocolsExperience using basic statistical analysesAnalytical skills, ability to develop a new area of research with more senior scientists and capacity for follow throughAttentive to detailProactive, initiative, flexibility and willingness to help, learn and take on additional rolesExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsTeam worker, able to work in a multi-cultural environment, punctual and high integrity.Application Procedure:

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Candidates must supply an email and telephone contact that will be used when offering interviews.

The application closing date is 16th September 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Research Officer - Analysis of Human Resources for Health Data

Reference Number: RO-08-11

Category: Research, Science and Biotechnology

Salary: Kshs. 105, 174

Grade: 5.4

Location: Nairobi

Country: Kenya

Summary:

The job holder will develop work analysing the Kenyan Human Resources informatics System data. The post will require someone with data handling skills and statistical or epidemiological training and ideally, analysis experience who has an interest in human resources for health work.

Reporting Lines: The post reports to the Principal Investigator also liaising with collaborators in CDC and Emory University, USA.

Job Dimensions:

Liaison with senior personnel in government and professional associationsDatabase handling and documentationData analysis using statistical methods and softwareReport writing and scientific reporting for presentation and publicationDevelopment of proposals for future work and continued fundingPlanning and supervision of fieldworkDevelop structured literature search approaches and carry out literature searches of major Liaison with Ministry of Health, Nursing and Clinical Officer Councils and Medical Practitioners BoardEvaluation of existing database, creation of appropriate data dictionaries (meta-data) and data cleaning.Descriptive analyses of data on: nurses, clinical officers and doctor.Report writing for MoH, professional councils and collaborator.Writing of scientific reports for presentation and publicationDevelopment of proposals for cohort analysis to describe migration / retention etc with support from supervisorsConduct of fieldwork to verify components of the HRIS databaseLiaison with Dr. A Noor to develop geographic information platform for HR databaseSkills and Competence:

Qualifications and skills:

Degree in health related subject (eg. BSN) or epidemiology / statistics / surveying / geographyMPH or MSc in Epidemiology / Statistics / Informatics or geographyGood computer skills in basic office programmesGood report writing skillsGood presentation skills (use of powerpoint or other media) and communication skillsUnderstanding of health system and interest in HRHAbility to work with limited supervision and to supervise staff in field workExperience:

Post holder will have:

Data management skills – experience with large databasesUse of statistical software and conduct of prior analyses (e.g. use of R, STATA, SAS, SPSS etc)Application Procedure:

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Candidates must supply an email and telephone contact that will be used when offering interviews.

The application closing date is 16th September 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Research Officer - Malaria parasite detection by PCR

Reference Number: RO-09-11

Category: Research, Science and Biotechnology

Salary: Kshs. 105, 174

Grade: 5.4

Location: Kilifi

Country: Kenya

Summary:

The purpose of this appointment is to establish a system for high throughout PCR detection of malaria.

Reporting Lines:

The post reports to the Principal Investigator and will be responsible overall to the Scientific Director.

Key Responsibilities:

Test and optimise DNA extraction procedure using high-throughput machines.Perform high-throughput DNA extraction.Test and optimise real-time PCR assays for malaria parasite detection.Perform high throughput PCR assays.Manage the data and samples from these assays.Skills and Competence:

Qualifications:

BSc in Biological SciencesAn MSc in Biological Sciences.Experience and Competencies:

Post holder will have:

Prior experience of working in the Laboratory and performing PCR assaysGood computer skills and familiar with database management.Strong organizational skillsGood team player as well as able to work independently.Good communication skillsHighly motivated.Application Procedure:

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Candidates must supply an email and telephone contact that will be used when offering interviews.

The application closing date is 26th September 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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