Kenya Pediatric Studies Neurocognitive Tester Job in Nairobi Kenya - Impact of HIV on Neurodevelopment in Kenya (INK) Study
The Kenya Pediatric Studies (KPS) Team is looking for a Neurocognitive Tester for the Impact of HIV on Neurodevelopment in Kenya (INK) Study. The position is based in Nairobi.
The INK Study is funded by a 5 year grant from the National Instiutes of Health and is led by Dr. Sarah Benki-Nugent (Global Health, Univ. of Washington). The KPS Team is led by Dr. Dalton Wamalwa (Paediatrics, University of Nairobi) and Dr. Grace John-Stewart (Global Health, Univ. of Washington) and focuses on a variety of research questions related to care and management of HIV infected children. Responsibilities:Become proficient in performing intensive child neurocognitive testing in a research environmentAdminister a battery of neurocognitive tests for cognitive ability, executive function, attention, motor skills, and school achievement in school-aged children. The battery includes the following tests:Test of Variables of AttentionBehavior Rating Inventory of Executive FunctionKauffman Assessment Battery for ChildrenMaintain study participant confidentialityRespectfully interact with caregivers, and administer intake forms a detailed questionnaire to caregiversBe videorecorded while conducting testing for team review in order to maintain high quality testing skills over the long termReview test forms for accuracy, completeness, and errors in real timeAssist with videorecording of testing for quality control and manage video filesAssist with data entry and manage data collection formsAssist with visit schedulingAssist with any study implementation tasks for the KPS teamBachelors degree from a recognized institution with coursework in Psychology, major in Psychology is desiredInterest in child developmentStrong rapport with small childrenAvailable to work 40 hours per weekAttention to detailDemonstrated track record for punctuality and reliability Compensation will be commensurate with experience and skills.The interview process will involve a half day training workshop for performing the Kauffman Assessment Battery for Children.
Interested applicants should send the following to drirenenjenga@gmail.com by 10 December 2014
Cover letter stating current position of employment with responsibilities (if applicable), current salary and date of availability to begin work on the projectCurrent Curriculum Vitae with e-mail address, telephone number, names and telephone contacts of at least three referees; copies of certificates; at least two (2) letters of recommendation (minimum) and a copy of last pay slipView the original article here
