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• Recruit, enroll, and consent participants for
  the study;
• Verbally administer questionnaires to
  participants and record response with electronic tablets;
• Carry out clinical chart review for data
  collection;
• Draw blood and handle specimen for laboratory
  testing;
• Collect and enter laboratory result data;
• Participate in participant retention
  activities, including contacting patients and, if necessary, tracking them
  at home
• Actively participate in data quality
  assurance practices, including weekly review of data entry;
• Manage and disseminate results to
  participants and his/her authorized healthcare provider;
• Work closely with the Project Coordinator to
  monitor the effectiveness of protocols and interview strategies;
• Participate in weekly meetings with the study
  staff and Principal Investigator;
• Store all files in a protected file cabinet
  in the study offices;
• Prepare and submit weekly reports of study
  work to the study staff and Principal Investigators;
• Conduct all work in compliance with
  internationally recognized ethical standards;
• Perform any other duties as assigned. 

• The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor’s
  degree in a health-related field is required;
• Previous experience in conducting research
  surveys and working in a medical environment is a requirement;
• Previous experience in HIV/AIDS programs and
  services is highly desirable;
• Prior exposure and experience with word
  processing on a computer and with use of smartphones and/or tablets is a
  must;
• Previous experience with clinic-based field
  research is a plus;
• Significant experience with data management
  and quality control, is required.
• Competency with phlebotomy is required;
• Proven ability to work well in a fast-paced
  environment with minimal supervision is essential;
• Knowledge of research ethics is essential.
• Written and spoken fluency in English and
  Runyankole is required.

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