356 Junior Data Analyst Apprentice jobs in Nairobi

Title:
Research Intern

Period:
3 months

Company Description

At Mama Mzazi, we empower children and families across Africa by providing crucial life skills and emotional support. Our key programs include the Budding Leaders Program, which offers mentorship focusing on confidence building, leadership, entrepreneurship, and career planning for pre-teens and teens. We also conduct Mama Mzazi Talks which are parenting workshops, community support, and curated content aimed at creating nurturing environments for children to thrive.

Role Description

This is a part-time hybrid role for a Research Intern, located in Nairobi County, Kenya, with some work-from-home flexibility. The Research Intern will be responsible for conducting research, collecting and analyzing data, and presenting findings to support the organization's initiatives. The intern will assist in creating reports, developing research methodologies, and providing insights to improve programs and outreach. Additionally, the role involves collaborating with team members, aiding in content creation, and supporting the development of new projects and initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong research skills, including data collection, analysis, and presentation
• Ability to create reports and develop research methodologies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and research software/tools
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience or interest in working with children, families, or in social work is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in M&E, Social Sciences, Psychology, Education, or a related field

• Designing and conducting laboratory experiments or in-silico studies related to drug discovery and development.
• Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting complex research data using statistical software and bioinformatics tools.
• Preparing detailed research reports, manuscripts for publication, and presentations.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including chemists, biologists, and clinicians, in a virtual environment.
• Maintaining accurate and organized records of experimental procedures, results, and observations.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory guidelines and company SOPs.
• Troubleshooting experimental issues and developing innovative solutions.
• Contributing to the development of new research methodologies and protocols.
• Staying abreast of the latest scientific literature and advancements in pharmaceutical sciences.
• Presenting research findings at virtual scientific conferences or internal meetings.

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, or a related life science field.
• Proven experience in pharmaceutical research, with a strong understanding of drug development processes.
• Proficiency in relevant research techniques and methodologies (e.g., cell culture, PCR, Western blotting, chromatography, molecular modeling).
• Strong analytical skills and experience with statistical analysis and data interpretation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in relevant software (e.g., GraphPad Prism, R, Python, Schrödinger Suite).
• A meticulous approach to record-keeping and experimental execution.
• Demonstrated ability to critically evaluate scientific data and draw sound conclusions.
• Experience with regulatory affairs and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) is a plus.

• Conduct site initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits in accordance with clinical trial protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure that clinical trials are conducted, recorded, and reported in accordance with the protocol, SOPs, GCP, and all applicable regulations.
• Verify the accuracy, completeness, and validity of data reported by study sites.
• Train and guide site staff on trial-related procedures, documentation, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage communication between study sites and internal project teams.
• Resolve data discrepancies and ensure timely query resolution.
• Review essential documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Identify and report adverse events and protocol deviations.
• Contribute to the development of study protocols and other trial-related documents.
• Ensure timely submission of regulatory documents.
• Manage multiple clinical trial sites simultaneously.
• Prepare site visit reports and follow-up actions.

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• In-depth knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA).
• Proven experience in monitoring clinical trials across various therapeutic areas.
• Excellent understanding of clinical trial processes and documentation.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in using electronic data capture (EDC) systems and clinical trial management systems (CTMS).
• Ability to travel to clinical sites as required.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a remote/hybrid team.
• Commitment to patient safety and data integrity.

• Performing remote site monitoring activities, including source data verification and source document review.
• Ensuring adherence to study protocols, GCP, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Monitoring patient safety and reporting adverse events in a timely manner.
• Training site personnel on study procedures and documentation.
• Conducting remote pre-study, initiation, interim, and close-out visits.
• Reviewing and ensuring the accuracy and completeness of clinical trial data.
• Maintaining effective communication with investigators, site staff, and study sponsors.
• Resolving data queries and ensuring timely resolution of site issues.
• Preparing monitoring reports and providing regular updates to study management.
• Assisting with regulatory submissions and audits.

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, or a related healthcare field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate or in a similar clinical trial monitoring role.
• In-depth knowledge of GCP guidelines, FDA regulations, and clinical trial methodologies.
• Proven experience in conducting remote monitoring activities.
• Experience with various clinical trial management systems (CTMS) and electronic data capture (EDC) systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for necessary on-site monitoring as per project needs.

• Monitor clinical trial sites to ensure compliance with protocols, GCP, and regulatory requirements.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of clinical trial data.
• Manage study timelines and ensure timely completion of trial milestones.
• Train and support site staff on study procedures and data collection.
• Conduct pre-study, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits.
• Identify and report adverse events and safety issues promptly.
• Liaise with investigators, study coordinators, and other site personnel.
• Ensure proper documentation and archiving of all study-related materials.
• Participate in the development and review of study protocols and case report forms (CRFs).
• Prepare and submit site monitoring reports.

• Assisting in data collection from various sources.
• Performing data cleaning and preprocessing tasks to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Learning to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies in datasets.
• Supporting the development of data visualizations and reports using tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Python libraries.
• Gaining exposure to SQL for data querying and manipulation.
• Participating in team meetings and contributing to project discussions.
• Developing a foundational understanding of statistical concepts relevant to data analysis.
• Learning best practices for data governance and documentation.
• Assisting in the preparation of presentations summarizing analytical findings.
• Collaborating with senior analysts to understand business problems and translate them into analytical tasks.

• A strong academic background, preferably in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated passion for data and analytical problem-solving.
• Basic understanding of spreadsheets (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets).
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong logical reasoning and analytical thinking abilities.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively in a remote team environment.
• Eagerness to take on new challenges and develop expertise in data analytics.