Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI
KEMRI is recruiting 2 Research Interns to support clinical research operations and community health initiatives. This internship offers hands-on experience in research methodology, data management, and ethical standards within a government health research environment. If you hold a diploma in nursing, community health, or a related field, you can apply for this Research Interns position in Kenya and gain practical skills in human subjects research.
📋 Job Overview
- Category: Government Jobs, Internship Jobs
- Job Type: Internship Jobs
- Location: Migori
- Company: Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI
- Application Deadline: Rolling basis
- Last Updated: April 21, 2026
Research Interns – 2 Posts at Kenya Medical Research – KEMRI – Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI Kenya Job Details
Key Responsibilities:
- Adhering to good clinical practice within a research environment
- Developing standard operating procedures related to research studies
- Collecting data and managing study participants
- Obtaining informed consent, maintaining confidentiality, and handling study data in accordance with ethical standards
- Performing any additional duties assigned to support project operations
Vacancy Requirements:
- Diploma in Community Health Nursing and midwifery, Diploma in community health and development, Diploma in Nutrition, social work or related fields Mandatory
- One to five (1- 5) years of post-college graduation Mandatory
- Willing to live and work in Migori Mandatory
- Passionate about maternal and child health and community health Mandatory
- Willingness to learn and develop knowledge and skills in research in human subjects Mandatory
- Should be willing to gain research skills while being mentored together with other interns in the project. Mandatory
- Nurses MUST have a valid practicing license and be registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya Mandatory
- Be a Kenyan youth below 30 years of age. Mandatory
- Should have graduated and obtained the relevant final certificate. Mandatory
- Provide a Certificate of good conduct. Mandatory
- The Interns will be expected to take up a personal accident cover and medical Insurance cover. Mandatory
- Analytical and report writing skills Mandatory
- Interpersonal and communication skills Mandatory
- Presentation skills Mandatory
- Good team player Mandatory
🎯 How to Apply
To apply for this job please visit erecruitment.kemri.go.ke.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
To apply for this Research Interns – 2 Posts at Kenya Medical Research – KEMRI job in Kenya, you must hold a diploma in Community Health Nursing and Midwifery, Community Health and Development, Nutrition, Social Work, or a related field. Government Jobs jobs in Kenya typically require candidates to be Kenyan youth below 30 years of age, have 1–5 years of post-college experience, possess a Certificate of Good Conduct, and if you are a nurse, maintain a valid practicing license registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya.
The Research Interns – 2 Posts at Kenya Medical Research – KEMRI position requires you to be willing to live and work in Migori. Government Jobs jobs in Kenya with KEMRI offer field-based research experience where you will collect data, manage study participants, and develop standard operating procedures within a community health setting focused on maternal and child health.
When you apply for Research Interns – 2 Posts at Kenya Medical Research – KEMRI Kenya, your responsibilities will include adhering to good clinical practice, collecting and managing study data, obtaining informed consent, and developing research procedures. This Government Jobs opportunity in Kenya includes mentorship from experienced researchers, skills development in human subjects research, and the expectation that you obtain personal accident cover and medical insurance as part of the internship terms.
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