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The MRC/UVRI Research Unit on AIDS is a bilateral multidisciplinary research organisation funded by Medical Research Council (UK), DFID (UK) and other donor organisations and has been operational in Uganda since 1988.It is a centre of excellence in research conducting large-scale epidemiological and intervention studies, clinical trials, biological and immunological research and behavioural studies which have generated a wealth of research results to inform policy and practice.The unit established a field clinic in Kyamulibwa, one of its field stations to offer medical care to study participants and also conduct clinic based studies.The Unit therefore invites applications from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following positions:tudy1. Study Physician (1 position). Study Physician (1 position)Physician (1 position)Job purpose: To support and facilitate the conduct of daily clinical study activities and provide medical care to study participants Roles & ResponsibilitiesThe post holder will be responsible for accomplishing the following:• Provide follow-up assessment and medical care to study participants.• Participate in protocol development, reviews and preparation for ethics and regulatory submissions.• Provide appropriate training and mentorship to study clinic team.• Contribute to development and implementation of participant recruitment strategies.• Screen participants for study eligibility.• Coordinate participant tests and procedures and collect data as required by the protocol• Maintain an effective and ongoing communication with study team, investigators and sponsors• Manage daily study clinic activities including problem solving, communication and protocol management.• Contribute to research through writing of scientific papers as required.Education, Skills and Experience needed• MMED (Internal Medicine)• Experience in managing patients with non communicable diseases• Experience in researchursin2. Nursing officer (1 position)g officer (1 position)Job purpose: To carry out nursing procedures in a study clinic and provide medical care to study participants.Roles & Responsibilities• Medical management of sick study participants• Ensure proper clinic data collection in line with MRC Kyamulibwa clinic.• Prepare regular clinic reports and suggest improvement in the clinic management• Perform phlebotomy and collection of other samples as may be required• Track participant results and present to study physicians for appropriate action.• Offer relevant health education to the study communities.• Provide counselling to clients when needed.• Dispense medicines to clients according to prescriptions provided.• Review and update clinic supplies and make requisitions appropriately.• Provide detailed study information to participants and obtain consent.Education, Skills and Experience needed• Diploma in Nursing• Atleast 2 years experience in clinical and research setting• User knowledge in computer applications and short courses on research methods, GCP training and counselling may be desirableTerms and conditions: Successful applicants will serve a one year contract. Other terms and conditions for the post are within the MRC salary scales and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Location: The two positions above will be based in the MRC Kyamulibwa field station in Kalungu district.3. 3. Project leader – older people studiesProject leader – older eopludiesJob purpose: To lead the teams in projects related to older people in Entebbe, Masaka town and Kalungu District. The holder will report to the Head of the Social Science Programme.Roles & Responsibilities• Manage the finalisation of protocols and other documentation for projects related to older people and ensure all stages of the regulatory process are completed (MRC Science meeting review, SEC review, UNCST/ President’s office review and, once approved, progress reporting and final reporting to regulatory bodies).• Undertake the design and implementation of data collection tools for projects, as appropriate. This includes taking an active part in testing, piloting and undertaking design and management of research tools and associated activities.• Participate in data collection, as may be required.• Oversee team in the development coding framework etc. for qualitative data analysis• Liaise with the Statistics Section on the management of quantitative data• Conduct both qualitative and quantitative analysis.• Undertake preparation of manuscripts for publication and prepare presentations of project findings for conferences and workshops both as lead author and as participating author (as may be required) • Manage the field team leaders, providing guidance as appropriate in the planning and implementation of their work schedule and reviewing their work on a regular basis to ensure that quality is maintained.• Ensure, and from time to time participate in, the dissemination of results at the local and national level, including to study participants.• Contribute to staff development, including conducting or supporting training courses as appropriate, undertake staff appraisals and generally help to ensure that the field team and any associated workers progress.• Maintain financial oversight of projects under their leadership, ensuring that expenditure is within budget limits, working in consultation with the Programme Head.• Represent the Programme Head at national and international meetings, including presenting papers and posters at conferences and meetings.• Work in close collaboration with staff from other programmes and external researchers, as may be appropriate.Education, Skills and Experience needed• An advanced degree social science or public health. A medical degree would be an added advantage.• Sound knowledge of research with older people is a requirement.• Significant knowledge of HIV/AIDS• Significant knowledge of gerontology• Competent use of Microsoft word, Microsoft excel, PowerPoint and Nvivo• Competence in desk top publishingTerms and conditions: Successful applicants will serve a 10month contract with a possibility of renewal, if funding permits, inclusive of a 3 months’ probation. Other terms and conditions for the post are within the MRC salary scales and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.Location: The position will be based in Entebbe with frequent travel to the field.Start date: As soon as possibleApplications (clearly marked with position applied for) including copies of academic qualifications, curriculum vitae and names plus telephone contact details of two (2) referees should either be addressed to:The Human Resources & Administration ManagerMRC/UVRI Uganda Research Unit on AIDSUganda Virus Research InstituteP. O. Box 49 EntebbeOr sent by email: mrc@mrcuganda.orgClosing date for applications: 1st October 2012Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.
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