Study Physician - MRC/UVRI Research Unit on AIDS, Uganda

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: Study Physician (1 position) Job purpose: To support and facilitate the conduct of daily clinical study activities and provide medical care to study participants Roles & Responsibilities The post holder will be responsible for accomplishing the following: Provide follow-up assessment and medical care to study participants. Participate in protocol development, reviews and preparation for ethics and regulatory submissions. Provide appropriate training and mentorship to study clinic team. Contribute to development and implementation of participant recruitment strategies. Screen participants for study eligibility. Coordinate participant tests and procedures and collect data as required by the protocol Maintain an effective and ongoing communication with study team, investigators and sponsors Manage daily study clinic activities including problem solving, communication and protocol management. Contribute to research through writing of scientific papers as required.

Requirement: MMED (Internal Medicine) Experience in managing patients with non communicable diseases Experience in research

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.