Research Assistants

Makerere University College of Health Sciences School of Medicine, in collaboration with Baylor College of Medicine, has received funding from the US National Institutes of Health – Fogarty International Center to carry out a study on the "Development and evaluation of an information management and communication system for population-wide point-of-care infant sickle cell disease screening (SIMCS-Trial)". The programme seeks to recruit 25 research assistants at its study sites.

Roles and responsibilities - Identify and screen participants for possible enrolment into the study according to the Study Protocol. - Obtain informed consent from caregivers of eligible participants as per protocol, in accordance with GCP and HSP principles. - Counsel and explain study procedures to the caregivers of study participants using the mobile app. - Enrol eligible participants into the study to meet the study accrual targets. - Complete study Case Report Forms (CRFs) correctly and accurately in compliance with trial procedures/SOPs and GCP standards. - Ensure study participants' safety and privacy, data integrity and confidentiality. - Participate in the collection of appropriate study samples/specimens from participants as per protocol and SOPs, as well as performing the tests. - Carry out any other duties as assigned by superiors in line with your work.

Required qualifications and experience - A degree in any health-related discipline, and registration with the relevant national bodies. - Knowledge of and familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access, as well as basic internet applications. - Skills in using common relevant computer packages and mobile technology for data collection. - Previous work in a research environment is an added advantage. - Basic knowledge of clinical research regulatory procedures. - Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training and Research Ethics training skills and knowledge. - Excellent command of English (written and oral) as well as local languages (Luganda or Lusoga). - Excellent interpersonal skills to develop relationships with participants. - Experience of living and/or working in both urban and rural environments. - Team-working skills to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team. - Time management skills and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. - Highly organised, detail-oriented and self-motivated/driven. - Ability to communicate professionally in writing, verbally or by other means deemed appropriate.

Reporting line: Research assistants report to the SIMCS Co-Investigator / SIMCS Trial Coordinator. Expected start date: July 2024.

How to apply Interested candidates should email a 1-page typewritten application letter addressed to the Principal Investigator, SIMCS Trial, MakCHS School of Medicine, together with a current CV, copies of academic certificates and recommendation letters from two past employers. All documents should be combined and emailed as ONE PDF document to makimpact22@gmail.com.

Deadline Applications must be received by Friday 20th June 2024 at 5:00 pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to the interview.