The MRC Unit, the Gambia is the Medical Research Council’s largest establishment conducting laboratory, field based and clinical research in a developing country. To reflect changes in national and global health priorities and new international funding opportunities a new research portfolio has been organized under three themes: Child Survival; Disease Control and Elimination: Vaccinology.
We are seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates for the post of a Research Clinician for the African European Tuberculosis Consortium. The post-holder will provide clinical care for the study participants, undertake field activities, including consenting, enrolment and data collection according to the study protocol.
Position: Research Clinician
We seek someone with:
- Candidates should have MBBS.
- FWACP Part 1 or equivalent in Internal Medicine/ Paediatrics.
- Minimum of 3 years postgraduate experience.
- Record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
- 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.
- Ability to deal sensitively with patients and study participants.
- A flexible and well-organized approach to work an ability to meet deadlines.
- Attentiveness to detail.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Willingness to be on-call and work outside the normal working hours.
Although not essential, FWACP Part 2 or equivalent, Excellent IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access) and expertise endoscopy/bronchoscopy would be an advantage.
Salary will be in Occupational Group E1/E2 dependent on qualifications and experience.
The appointment will be for 18 months and is subject to a probationary period of 6 months.
We cannot accept applications from people that are currently, or in the last 6 months, have worked for The Gambia Government.
How to Apply:
If you are interested and feel you have the qualities, skills and experience for this position please contact the Human Resources Office to obtain an MRC Application Form and a copy of the Job Description. Completed application forms, together with copies of qualifications and a recent CV, should be sent to:
Human Resource Office:
Vacancy for:
Research Clinician African European Tuberculosis Consortium
MRC Unit, Fajara
P. 0. Box 273
Banjul.
Telephone: 4495442-6 and 4494072-9
E-Mail: hr@mrc.gm
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 20th October 2011. MRC is an equal opportunities employer and operates a strict no smoking policy.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
