The MRC/UVRI Research
Unit on AIDS is 3 trilateral multi- disciplinary research organisation
funded by Medical Research Council (UK), DFID (UK) and other donor
organisations and has been operational in Uganda since 1988. It is a
centre of excellence in research conducting large-scale epidemiological
and intervention studies, clinical trials, biological and immunological
research and behavioural studies which have generated a wealth of
research results to inform policy and practice. The unit established a
field clinic in Kyamulibwa, one of its field stations to offer medical
care to study participants and also conduct clinic based studies.
The Unit therefore invites applications from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following positions:
Nursing officer (1 position)
Job purpose: To carry out nursing procedures in a study clinic and provide medical care to study participants.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Medical management of sick study participants Ensure proper clinic data collection in line with MRC Kyamulibwa clinic.
- Prepare regular clinic reports and suggest improvement in the clinic management
- Perform phlebotomy and collection of other samples as may be required
- Track participant results and present to study physicians for appropriate action.
- Offer relevant health education to the study communities.
- Provide counselling to clients when needed.
- Dispense medicines to clients according to prescriptions provided.
- Review and update clinic supplies and make requisitions appropriately.
- Provide detailed study information to participants and obtain consent.
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Requirement:
- Diploma in Nursing
- Atleast 2 years experience in clinical and research setting.
- User knowledge in computer applications and short courses on research methods, GCP training and counselling may be desirable.
- Terms and conditions: Successful applicants will serve a one year contract.
- Other terms and conditions for the post are within the MRC salary
scales and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
- Location: The two positions above will be based in the MRC Kyamulibwa field station in Kalungu district.
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Experience:
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How to apply:
- Terms and conditions: Successful applicants will serve a 10 month
contract with a possibility of renewal, if funding permits, inclusive of
a 3 months’ probation.
- Other terms and conditions for the post are within the MRC salary
scales and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
- Location: The position will be based in Entebbe with frequent travel to the field.
- Start date: As soon as possible
Applications (clearly marked with position applied for) including7 copies
of academic qualifications, curriculum vitae and names plus telephone
contact details of two (2) referees should either be addressed to:
The Human Resources & Administration Manager
MRC/UVRI Uganda Research Unit on AIOS Uganda Virus Research Institute
P. 0. Box 49 Entebbe
Or sent by email: mrc@mrcuganda.org
- Closing date for applications: 1st October 2012
- Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.
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