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  • Posted: Nov 7, 2019
    Deadline: Nov 22, 2019
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    Clinical Trial Manager/Epidemiologist

    Location: Farafenni, Gambia
    Salary: Grade 2, 35 Points

    Job Information

    • MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM is undertaking an individually-randomized, placebo-controlled phase 2b trial examining the efficacy of oral inactivated ETVAX vaccine to prevent enterotoxigenic E. coli-associated diarrhoea in Gambian children ages 6 to 18 months to be based at Farafenni, North Bank Region of The Gambia about 180 kilometres away from the coast with limited local facilities including school.
    • A Clinical Trial Manager/Epidemiologist is being sought to support the Principal Investigator in all aspects of the management of the study. S/he will oversee the daily conduct of the study at the various sites, supervise the data entry into the eCRFs, supervise the study team of Clinicians, Nurses and the Field Workers. S/he will be the focal point for communication with the PIs, sponsor and the study team.

    Essential Criteria

    • MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
    • Part 2 FWACP or comparable Masters level training in the field of clinical trials and Epidemiology.
    • Experience of coordinating large scale clinical trials in a relevant setting.
    • Previous work on clinical trials following GCP requirements.
    • Practical experience of health research in developing countries.
    • Experience of staff management.
    • Excellent written and spoken English.
    • Commitment to working in a multi-disciplinary team.
    • 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:

    • Ability to work on databases and statistical packages.
    • Record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
    • Excellent IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access).

    Remuneration

    • The salary will be paid in Grade 2, 35 Points of MRCG at LSHTM’s payscale at a net monthly salary of 101, 310 Dalasi. This converts to a take home pay of $2,026 approximately per month using the prevailing Dalasi/USD exchange rate.
    • Please note that the salary will be paid in Dalasi and that the USD figure quoted is only given as a guide.
    • For displaced staff the package will include rent-free furnished accommodation at Farafenni, flights, displacement allowance for spouse and children, contribution to school fees and shipment of personal effects.
    • The appointment will be for 2 years initially and will be subject to a probationary period of 6 months.

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified candidates should please download the "Application Form". Completed application forms and documents should be e-mailed to: recruitment@mrc.gm

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    Note

    • MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM is an Equal Opportunities Employer and operates a strict no smoking policy.
    • Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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