Research Assistant, Sonographer, iMAMA, Provost Office CoE

Role Overview

This position focuses on performing obstetric ultrasound scans for research participants to identify antenatal parameters and support the study's data collection goals. Day-to-day, you will conduct both clinical and non-clinical data gathering, ensure strict adherence to study protocols, and maintain ethical standards throughout all interactions. Your work directly contributes to screening, recruitment, and the smooth operation of a research study that relies on accurate imaging and careful equipment management.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out obstetric ultrasound procedures on enrolled participants to detect and record antenatal measurements as defined by the study protocol.
• Collect clinical and non-clinical data from study participants, accurately documenting all findings in the required formats.
• Follow all provided guidelines and protocols, maintaining confidentiality and practising ethical research conduct at every step.
• Attend mandatory training sessions and achieve competency in informed consent, data collection, and other technical skills essential to the role.
• Assist with screening and recruitment of eligible individuals into the study, explaining the research and obtaining consent where delegated.
• Properly handle, store, and perform basic maintenance on study equipment, reporting any issues promptly.
• Manage supplies and consumables needed for obstetric ultrasound services, ensuring uninterrupted service delivery.
• Undertake additional duties as assigned by the Principal Investigator or their authorised representative.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Hold a Diploma in Medical Imaging Sciences or Diagnostic Radiography from a recognised institution, plus a Higher Diploma in Sonography.
• Be registered with the Kenya Radiation Protection Board and hold a valid licence to practice.
• Alternative clinical qualifications may be considered if you can demonstrate substantive competence in obstetric ultrasound.
• Possess at least one year of hands-on clinical experience providing obstetric ultrasound services, including pregnancy dating across various gestations, in a busy health facility.
• Have experience working in public health care facilities.
• Demonstrate familiarity with research activities at a health referral or primary health care level.
• Exhibit basic computer literacy and proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Communicate effectively in both English and Kiswahili, verbally and in writing.