Medical Research Council Unit, The Gambia
Research Clinicians/Paediatricians
The MRC Unit, The Gambia is the Council's largest establishment conducting medical research in a developing country. The Unit aims to improve the health of people in low-income countries by excellence in multi-disciplinary research programmes.
We are seeking two Research Clinicians/Paediatricians with experience on clinical trials in developing countries. The post-holders will work on a trial to evaluate the safety, tolerability and immunogenicity of a multi-dose vial for Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (MDV PCV13).
This is an ideal opportunity for two ambitious Clinicians who wish to pursue a career in clinical research.
We seek someone with:
Essential
Ø MB BS.
Ø FWACP Part 1 or equivalent.
Ø Practical experience of health research in developing countries.
Ø Previous experience in conducting clinical trials.
Ø Experience of staff management.
Ø Excellent written and spoken English.
Ø Commitment to working in a multi-disciplinary team.
Ø Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.
Ø A flexible and well-organized approach to work and an ability to meet deadlines.
Ø Attentiveness to detail.
Ø Excellent organisational skills.
Ø Willingness to be on-call and work outside the normal working hours.
Preferred
Ø Record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Ø FWACP Part 2.
Ø Excellent IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access).
The salary attached to the post is in occupational group E1/E2 dependent on qualifications and experience.
We cannot accept applications from people who are currently, or in the last 6 months, employed by The Gambia Government.
The appointments will be for 18 months.
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/Paediatrician (MDV PCV13)
MRC Unit, The Gambia
P. O. Box 273
Banjul
Telephone: 4495442-6 & 4494072-9
mailto:hr@mrc.gm
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 17th August 2012.
MRC is an equal opportunities employer and operates a strict no smoking policy.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.