Research Clinician (PregnAnzi II Trial) at the Medical Research Council (MRC) Unit, The Gambia

Medical Research Council (MRC) Unit, The Gambia - We are the leading research centre in sub-Saharan Africa, carrying out internationally competitive research into tropical medicine for over 50 years. Our current research agenda focuses on three themes: Disease Control & Elimination; Nutrition; Vaccines & Immunity. Looking towards the future. we are aiming to push forward into new and challenging areas reflecting changes in national and global health priorities.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Research Clinician (PregnAnzi II Trial)

Location: Gambia
Duration: The appointment is up to 31st December 2020.

Job Summary

• The Disease Control and Elimination Theme are undertaking a large multi-country trial to evaluate the impact of one oral dose of azithromycin given to women during labour on neonatal mortality and maternal & neonatal sepsis. This trial is the continuation of a former smaller trial,that showed a strong effect of the same intervention on maternal and neonatal bacterial colonization.
• We are looking for a Research Clinician to support, the Principal Investigator and Clinical Trial Coordinator in the conduct of the study and trial team of Nurses and Field Assistants.
• S/he will conduct medical assessments for study participants and provide the necessary medical care following the study specific procedures.

Requirements
Essential:

• MB BS/MD or equivalent medical qualification.
• Previous clinical experience in paediatrics.
• Practical experience of health research in developing countries
• Experience of staff management.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal written communication skills.
• A flexible and well-organized approach to work and an ability to meet deadlines.
• Attention to details.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• A team player and motivator.
• Willingness to be on-call and work outside the normal working hours.

Desirable:

• Previous work on clinical trials of drugs/vaccines following GCP requirements.
• FWACP Part I or Part II or equivalent in paediatrics.
• Record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Ability to work on data bases and statistical packages.
• Post graduate studies in Clinical Trials, Epidemiology or equivalent experience.
• Excellent IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access).

Remuneration

• The salary will be paid in Grade 2, 30 Points of MRCG's payscale at a net monthly salary of D67, 283, This is equivalent to a take home pay $1, 564 per month using the prevailing Dalai/USD exchange rate.
• Candidates with FWACP Part II or equivalent will be appointed as Research Clinician II on Grade 2,32 Points at a net monthly salary of 75, 148 Dalasi. This converts to a take home pay of approximately $1, 747 per month using the prevailing DaIasi/USD exchange rate.
• Please note that the salary will be paid in Dalasi and the USD/Dalasi rate is only given as a guide.
• For displaced staff, the package will include furnished rent free accommodation, flights, contribution to school fees for children and other benefits for displaced staff.

Application Closing Date
9th December, 2016.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should contact the "Human Resources Office" at: [email protected] to obtain Application Form and a copy of the Job descriptions.