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• Project preparation – Coordinate the
  submission of the study protocols to regulatory bodies and involvement in
  study planning and start – up activities at the site. Develop the site
  specific project implementation plan and coordinate the hospital selection
  exercise for the implementation of the project. May also support study
  teams on other countries in the submission of their decentralized
  protocols.
• Project coordination – Ensure the outputs
  implemented at the MUJHU site are in line with the protocol and project
  plan. Monitor the project progress of the decentralization output in the
  participating countries, ensure that quality assurance procedures for the
  project are in place and track the recruitment at the various project
  sites.
• Project communication and reporting –
  Participate in study team meetings and calls, organise regular project
  meetings, as wed as in the elaboration of the national project
  communication plan. Prepare progress reports to the Study PI and central
  research unit at the University of Bordeaux in France. Coordinate with the
  countries on the decentralised protocol and Regulatory office on
  communications with the IRBs and renewal of approvals.
• Training of study specific staff
• Participate in any other duties assigned
  by the relevant authorities

• The ideal candidate must hold a Master’s
  degree in Medicine, Public Health, International Health or Epidemiology
• A minimum of two years working experience
  in clinical research in resource constrained settings.
• Previous working experience in a
  multi-country research study or multi-country study sites.
• Experience in project management is an
  added advantage.
• Extensive knowledge in ICH guidelines, GCP
  and the clinical trial study process is desirable.
• The applicant must be willing and able to
  multitask and prioritize research activities and should possess strong
  leadership skills, enjoy professional challenges while being a team
  player. He or she will have demonstrable good interpersonal skills with
  excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Multilingual capacity including French
  would be an added benefit given the multi-country study team.
• A desirable profile would also include
  passion and commitment to contribute to the reduction in childhood
  mortality and public health impact through research.

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