Research Medical Officer – Johns Hopkins Research Project – Blantyre
It is a specialised health research organisation that works towards the development of capacity for conducting high quality research protocols in Malawi
Reporting to the Investigator
Conducting primary clinical management of study participants which includes clinical assessments, consultations to seniors and referrals where necessary, Adhering to all protocol-specific requirements including all associated study documents, Coordinating with relevant study team members i.e. investigators, study coordinators and all other depts. within the study network in day to day decision making, Identifying and online reporting/submission of Serious Adverse Events as required per protocol, developing an ongoing good working relationships with peers within Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital for collaborations on day to day clinical management of patients, Participating in regular study-specific meetings and study –specific conference calls, Contributing to development of study materials including Standard Operating Procedures, Conducting and participating in study –specific trainings, Ensuring quality management of all study and clinic day to day operations, Actively contributing to recruitment and retention of study participants, Carrying out leadership roles in enhancing and improving clinic operations
MBBS Degree or its equivalent, 2 yrs experience post internship, Registered with Medical Council of Malawi
Knowledge/appreciation of HIV epidemiology in Malawi preferred, research background preferred, Receptive to constructive feedback from peers and external research monitors, respectively and professional interpersonal skills with colleagues and participants, Willing to work at times as demanded by the protocols, Team player, Attention to details
Interested and qualified persons who meet these requirements for the job should submit their applications together with a detailed CV, telephone numbers and email addresses of 3 traceable work related refs and copies of their certificates by Monday 21st December The Project Manager, Johns Hopkins Research Project, P O Box 1131, Blantyre email: jhpadmin@jhu.medcol.mw Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews
