KEMRI Jobs 2026: Medical Officer, Clinical Officer, Research Assistants & More | Apply by Jan 26

About Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI)

The 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 the Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013. As a national body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya, KEMRI plays a crucial role in advancing medical science and improving public health outcomes across the nation.

Current Job Openings

1. Medical Officer – Kisumu

Job Type: Contract
Location: Kisumu
Experience: 2-3 years
Field: Medical / Healthcare

Job Description

The Medical Officer will provide high-quality clinical care within research settings, with a focus on HIV prevention and sexual health services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive clinical care to participants, including HIV testing, counseling, and oral PrEP prescription

• Conduct participant assessments, diagnose conditions, and implement treatment plans according to study protocols

• Ensure compliance with clinical procedures, ethical standards, and regulatory guidelines

• Educate participants on HIV prevention, PrEP adherence, and sexual/reproductive health

• Collect, document, and report clinical and safety data accurately

• Perform phlebotomy, contraceptive administration, and reproductive health assessments

• Participate in staff training and contribute to SOP development and review

• Maintain accurate, confidential participant records

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery from a recognized institution (Mandatory)

• Valid practicing license (Mandatory)

• 2-3 years of clinical experience, preferably in HIV care or sexual health (Mandatory)

• Experience in research settings or clinical trials (Highly desirable)

• Familiarity with contraceptive administration and PrEP/HIV guidelines (Mandatory)

• Proficiency in computer applications (Mandatory)

Application Link: Apply for Medical Officer Position

2. ICT Assistant – Kisumu

Job Type: Contract
Location: Kisumu
Qualification: Diploma
Field: ICT / Computer

Job Description

The ICT Assistant will provide technical support and maintain IT infrastructure to ensure smooth research operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide Tier 1-2 technical support (onsite/remote) and manage helpdesk queue

• Set up, secure, and maintain staff endpoints and specialized clinic/lab workstations

• Administer and secure network infrastructure (pfSense firewall, VPNs, VLANs)

• Manage core network services including IP addressing, DNS, and DHCP

• Operate, patch, and monitor Ubuntu servers hosting critical systems

• Plan and maintain Domain Controller services (Active Directory/LDAP)

• Ensure reliable backups and maintain disaster recovery runbooks

• Support lab and facility systems (temperature monitoring, CCTV/NVR)

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Information Technology/Computer Science or related field (Mandatory)

• Experience in systems/network administration (Added advantage)

• Skilled in pfSense management and networking security best practices (Mandatory)

• Proficient in Ubuntu Server and Windows Server/Active Directory (Mandatory)

• Experience with Zimbra email server administration and OpenMRS (Mandatory)

• Capable of developing Bash and Python scripts for automation (Mandatory)

Application Link: Apply for ICT Assistant Position

3. Office Assistant – Kisumu

Job Type: Full Time
Location: Kisumu
Qualification: KCSE
Field: Administration / Secretarial

Job Description

The Office Assistant will ensure a clean, organized, and efficient working environment to support clinic operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean and sanitize clinic rooms, offices, restrooms, and common areas daily

• Dispose of waste and ensure proper segregation of materials

• Maintain cleaning equipment and supplies

• Deliver documents, packages, and supplies to designated locations

• Run errands as assigned by management

• Assist with setting up rooms for meetings and events

• Perform minor maintenance tasks and report repair needs

• Ensure compliance with infection control standards

Qualifications:

• Minimum of secondary education (Mandatory)

• Tertiary college certificate (Highly desirable)

• Previous experience in administrative roles (Preferred)

• Experience in healthcare or research setting (A plus)

• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness (Mandatory)

• Ability to follow instructions and work independently (Mandatory)

• Good time-management and organizational skills (Mandatory)

• Basic communication skills in English (Mandatory)

• Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Human Subject Protection (HSP) certification (Mandatory)

Application Link: Apply for Office Assistant Position

4. Clinical Officer

Job Type: Full Time
Location: Nairobi
Qualification: Diploma
Field: Medical / Healthcare

Job Description

The Clinical Officer will support clinical research activities with a focus on cervical cancer prevention and women’s health.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct clinical research data collection

• Provide clinical management for cervical cancer prevention and women living with HIV

• Support counseling as needed

• Participate in screening, enrollment, and follow-up of study participants

• Contribute to research seminars, awareness drives, and educational activities

• Generate and draft clinical/study reports

• Document study procedures and findings

• Participate in resolving clinical monitoring queries

• Contribute to dissemination of research findings

• Support training and capacity building activities

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Clinical Medicine (Mandatory)

• Registration Certificate from the Clinical Officers’ Council (Mandatory)

• Membership to a relevant professional body (Mandatory)

• Proficiency in computer application skills (Mandatory)

• Excellent communication and reporting skills (Mandatory)

• Strong interpersonal skills (Mandatory)

• Team player attitude (Mandatory)

Application Link: Apply for Clinical Officer Position

5. Research Assistants

Job Type: Full Time
Location: Nairobi
Qualification: Diploma
Field: Research

Job Description

Research Assistants will support data collection and management for ongoing health research projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Timely extraction of data from patients’ charts

• Verify quality of data by comparing abstracted data to source documents

• Ensure facilities have adequate data collection tools

• Request necessary supplies for the project

• Liaise with health facility staff to ensure project activities are conducted as scheduled

• Provide project management team with regular feedback on field activities

• Perform other assigned duties and responsibilities

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Community Health, Public Health, or equivalent from a recognized institution (Mandatory)

• Proficiency in computer applications (Mandatory)

• Team player attitude (Mandatory)

• Excellent communication and people skills (Mandatory)

• Excellent organizational skills (Mandatory)

• Good interpersonal skills (Mandatory)

Application Link: Apply for Research Assistant Position

Application Information

Application Deadline

All applications must be submitted by January 26, 2026.

How to Apply

Click on the individual application links provided for each position to submit your application through the official portal.

Important Notes

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

• All positions require commitment to KEMRI’s research ethics and standards

• Candidates may be required to provide original documents during the interview process

• KEMRI is an equal opportunity employer

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