Job Title: Clinical Research Assistant, Eshowe, South Africa
Closing Date: Wednesday, 05 September 2012
Eshowe
Epicentre is a non-profit association, founded by Médecins Sans Frontières en 1987. It is in charge of operational research, clinical research, field epidemiology and training. Epicentre is a WHO collaborative centre for the research in epidemiology and response to emergent diseases. Epicentre follows its activities from its headquarters in Paris and from its offices in Geneva, Brussels, Barcelona, New-York and research centres in Uganda and Niger.
Mission and Responsibilities
Under the responsibility of the Principal Investigator (based in Paris), the Clinical Research Assistant will be in charge of the implementation and follow-up of a HIV population survey in Eshowe and Mbongolwane, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa where MSF is in the process of launching a community-based project for HIV care called "Treatment as Prevention".
The study aim at providing baseline information on ART coverage, HIV incidence and HIV prevalence in Mbongolwane and Eshowe areas. The impact of the current HIV program in the population will be also assessed in terms of access and coverage to HIV testing, antiretroviral therapy, prevention of mother to child transmission and circumcision in the area.
The Clinical research Assistant will work with other members of the study team in South Africa and will collaborate with the MSF teams in Eshowe and Cape Town.
Main activities
Participate to the writing of the study procedures and forms.
In collaboration with the MSF and study team in the field, recruit the study staff in the field.
Organise the implementation of the study in the field.
Train the study staff on filling the study forms, on the inclusion and consenting procedures (patients fully understand study procedures and information provided to patients), and on the collection and transport of biological specimens (sampling of blood, labeling, records).
Supervise the filling of study forms and registers by the study staff.
Supervise the data clerks, including training in data entry , file organization, field support, as needed and implement the double data entry system.
Supervise the procedure of patient's enrolment and informed consent for participation in the study.
Identify and report protocol deviations to the Principal Investigator.
Ensure study laboratory specimens are appropriately transported from the field to the laboratories in Eshowe and Durban. Ensure that the specimens are received by the laboratory technicians and processed according to the study procedures.
Ensure a regular contact with the Principal Investigator, including a written report every 2 weeks on the progress of the study.
Ensure regular communication with other partners involved in the study.
Candidate requirements
Education o Diploma in Epidemiology Recommended o Medical training (medical doctor , nurse, medical biologist)
Professional experience o At least one year working experience in public health and/or epidemiology in resource-limited countries o Experience in field research (especially population surveys ) conducted in resources-limited countries Recommended o Experience in field medical projects (public health or research)
Knowledge, skills and abilities o Knowledge of software for data entry (ex, EpiData or Access) o Working experience with Word and Excel o Fluent English (speaking, reading, writing) o Dynamic, rigorous, with good management skills and able to work within a team o Interest in research on HIV o Good communication skills
Conditions Expatriation MSF/Epicentre 4 months contract starting in October 2012 Position based Eshowe, South Africa.
How to apply:
Thank you for sending your CV and motivation letter before the 5th September 2012 by e-mail (ref: CRA –SA) to Nathalie Guérineau : job@epicentre.msf.org
For complementary information about this position please contact: Helena Huerga: helena.huerga@epicentre.msf.org
Deadline:5th Sept 2012
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