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Organisation: Makerere

University Walter Reed Project (MUWRP)

Position Number: MUWRP-003

The Makerere

University Walter Reed Project (MUWRP) is a non-profit HIV research program

that was established in 2002 as a result of a memorandum of understanding

between Makerere University and The Henry M. Jackson foundation for Advancement

of Military Medicine Inc. of USA (HJF). The primary purpose of MUWRP is to

develop, evaluate and provide interventions to mitigate disease threats of

public health importance to Uganda. Activities include; vaccine development and

building of vaccine testing capability in Uganda, conducting of epidemiological

and basic research and provision of HIV Treatment, care and support and

surveillance of influenza and other emerging infections.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

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In charge of recruitment of volunteers

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Administering HIV testing and counseling

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Administering Informed Consent.

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In charge of administering questionnaire

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Responsible for collection of study specimens

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Compliance with study procedures and GCP standards

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Ensure participant safety and confidentiality.

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Following Standard Operating Procedures.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:  

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The applicant should hold a Bachelor of Science in

Nursing

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A minimum of one year of post-qualification

professional experience

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Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training.

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Previous work in a research environment is added

advantage

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Highly organized, detail-oriented and

self-motivated.

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Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

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Ability to work on own initiative.

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Ability to professionally communicate in writing,

verbally or other means deemed appropriate.

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Excellent interpersonal/communication skills

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Fluency in verbal and written English and Luganda

All suitable

candidates should download application forms, Click Here, and

attach them on their Applications letters, Photocopies of academic

qualifications and Resume with three referees to: The Human Resource

Administrator, Makerere University Walter Reed Project, Plot 42 Nakasero Road.,

P.O. Box 16524, Kampala, Uganda.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 31^st August 2015

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda