Sonographer Job UoN

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Responsibilities:

• Perform retinal imaging (fundoscopy) for study participants according to protocol
• Ensure proper patient preparation, positioning and comfort during imaging procedures
• Maintain high-quality image acquisition standards and repeat poor-quality images where necessary
• Ensure correct labeling, documentation, and secure transfer of retinal images to study systems
• Conduct basic quality checks of captured images before upload
• Ensure adherence to study SOPs, infection prevention and data security procedures
• Maintain and care for fundoscopy equipment, reporting faults or maintenance needs promptly
• Support participant flow during imaging sessions in coordination with study staff
• Liaise with Research Midwives and clinical teams to ensure smooth integration of imaging into ANC workflow
• 1 Participate in training, refresher sessions and study meetings as required
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with study protocols and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following areas Sonography, Radiography, Ophthalmic Imaging or an equivalent field.
• Valid professional registration/license with relevant regulatory body.
• Prior 2 years’ experience in ultrasound, ophthalmic imaging or retinal imaging is an added advantage.
• Experience in clinical research or maternal health studies is desirable.
• Training in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) is an added advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a busy antenatal clinic environment.

Terms of appointment:

This is a position whose tenure is one (1) year contract, renewable based on performance and by mutual consent.

How to Apply

Notes:

• Applicants should email their application letters, certified copies of certificates and curriculum vitae (CV) giving details of their qualifications, experience and three (3) referees indicating their telephone contacts and e-mail contacts;
• Applications and related documents should be forwarded addressed to the Director, Human Resource, University of Nairobi;
• Applicants should state their current designations, salaries and other benefits attached to those designations;
• The application letter must bear the reference code indicated in the advertisement;
• Late applications will not be considered.
• Applications should be emailed as one file in PDF: recruit-sgpearlsmp@uonbi.ac.ke

CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, MAY 22, 2026