Infectious Diseases Institute Research Assistant Jobs in Uganda
Infectious Diseases Institute Research Assistant Jobs in Uganda
General SummaryThe Research Assistants’ primary role is to work with the health facilities and the community to ensure that the study is conducted according to the study protocol.
Key Responsibilities
Follow the set study protocol ie SOPs, interview guidelines, consent forms and
checklists
Assess the study participants basing on the inclusion checklist.
Obtain informed consent from the study participants.
Enroll study participants according to the protocol or stipulated guidelines
Maintain participant’s confidentiality and observing all research ethics
Conduct participant’s interviews effectively and efficiently
Document all observation and fill case report forms
Transcribe all audio-recorded interviews
Attend study meetings as scheduled.
Prepare for the meeting and compile minutes
Assist study coordinator in ethics submissions, approvals and renewals
Schedule study participant visits
Conduct data quality control and assurance reviews
Follow up study participants in clinic and community
Perform any other study related duties as assigned
Person Specifications
A University Degree in any of the following, Social work and social administration, Social science or other Science related discipline
Medical back ground is an added advantage
Basic computer skills and knowledge and familiarity using electronics and equipment
for data collection
Training in Good Clinical Practice and experience in clinical research
Training in counselling
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Team player
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize, schedule and manage
multiple tasks in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
How to Apply
Candidates that
meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in these positions
should send their CVs, including details of email address, present position, current
remuneration, Certificate/testimonials and address of three (3) Referees plus telephone
contact to the stipulated email address not later than 6th December, 2020. Email your
application and CV to hr@idi.co.ug
Key Notes
IDI is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge a recruitment fee or any other fees at any stage of the recruitment process
For this particular recruitment, preference will be given to internal interested candidates who meet the required specifications and have worked with IDI for a period of at least one year.
Make sure that your application letter, CV and certificates are attached as one PDF document
Indicate the Vacancy Code as the subject line of your email
Please note that if you DO NOT indicate the vacancy code as instructed above, your application will not be considered
Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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