Aspanas Keya Omukanya, BSc (Medical Laboratory Science), MSc (Epidemiology and Biostatistics – Ongoing)

Aspanas Keya Omukanya is a clinical research professional with experience in clinical trial operations, laboratory sciences, and quality assurance within research settings. He is currently serving as an Associate Clinical Research Associate at IQVIA in Nairobi, where he supports site monitoring activities, clinical documentation management, data flow tracking, and coordination of trial-related processes in compliance with study protocols and standard operating procedures.

Prior to this role, he worked as a Laboratory Technologist and Study Quality Assurance Officer at IMPACT Research and Development Organization in Kisumu. In this capacity, he was involved in laboratory diagnostics, study sample management, REDCap data entry, and quality assurance processes, including review of source documents and adherence to ISO 15189 standards. His experience also includes supporting clinical and laboratory procedures at Strathmore University-CREATES and KEMRI, where he contributed to sample analysis, molecular testing, and laboratory system operations.

His technical expertise spans clinical laboratory testing (hematology, microbiology, molecular diagnostics), clinical trial documentation, data management systems, and research compliance frameworks. He has practical experience working with electronic data capture systems such as REDCap and supporting the lifecycle of clinical trials, including sample handling, shipment coordination, and regulatory documentation.

Aspanas is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Epidemiology and Biostatistics, further strengthening his foundation in research methodology, data analysis, and evidence-based practice. His professional development includes training in Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP), Human Subject Protection (CITI Program), and Principles and Practice of Clinical Research (NIH).

He is a registered member of the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians Board (KMLTTB) and a member of the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP).

Within research environments, his work has focused on supporting data integrity, quality assurance, and operational coordination across clinical studies, contributing to the effective implementation of research protocols in both laboratory and field settings.