Job Title: Project Administrator Bioinformatics
Organisation: Medical Research Council (MRC UK) /UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit
Duty Station: Entebbe, Uganda
Position Code: PAB -425
Reports to: Principal Investigator
About the Company:
The Medical Research Council (MRC UK) is an internationally recognised centre of excellence with dominant research themes in the areas of HIV and emerging infections, vaccines and immunity, and chronic diseases and cancer. Through a multidisciplinary approach, intersecting basic science, epidemiological research, social-behavioural research and the conduct of new intervention evaluation studies, the Unit contributes knowledge on changing epidemics and diseases, the evaluation of innovative health care options, treatment and prevention and the development of health policy and practice in Africa and worldwide. Following the signing of strategic transfer agreements between the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) and the Medical Research Council (MRC UK), the Unit formally joined LSHTM on 1st February 2018. The exciting new partnership will boost research capacity into current and emerging health issues in Africa and throughout the world. The Unit is based at the UVRI Entebbe campus with established outposts in Kalungu, Masaka, Wakiso and Kampala Districts.
Job Summary: The position holder will support different research projects, the operation of a dynamic research group and managing data.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Project and Data Management:
- Coordinate and support the group’s project activities, ensuring they align with project goals and deadlines; and,
- Oversee the organization, storage, and management of large-scale genomic data, ensuring its accuracy, security, and accessibility for the research team.
Communication Management:
- Set up and manage relevant communication platform for the group and Slack channels to facilitate seamless communication within the team; and,
- Monitor and moderate channels to ensure relevant discussions and information sharing.
Team Management:
- Plan, schedule, and facilitate regular group meetings to discuss project progress and address challenges; and,
- Document meeting outcomes and action items and follow up on their completion.
Operational Strategy and Planning:
- Develop and implement strategic operational plans aligned with the research organization’s objectives and goals; and,
- Collaborate with Principal Investigators to establish organizational priorities and allocate resources accordingly.
Manuscript Preparation and Submission:
- Proof-read manuscripts and ensure they adhere to journal submission guidelines; and,
- Coordinate manuscript submission to relevant journals, liaising with authors and journals as needed.
Website and Social Media Management:
- Create, update, and maintain the research group’s website to showcase the group’s work and activities effectively; and,
- Manage and regularly post updates on the group’s activities, research findings, and important announcements on various social media platforms e.g. Twitter, LinkedIn.
Grant Management and Financial Reporting:
- Assist in the preparation, submission, and management of grants by coordinating with team members and providing necessary documentation and information; and,
- Coordinate grant finances and reporting by liaising with Unit RSO ensuring compliance with funding agency guidelines.
Diary and Group Meetings Management:
- Organize and manage schedules, appointments, and group meetings for research group members; and,
- Prepare agendas, document minutes, and follow up on action items from group meetings.
Collaboration Liaison:
- Act as a key point of contact and facilitate communication with regional and global collaborators, ensuring effective collaboration and information exchange; and,
- Act as the main contact for the group in the Unit and LSHTM activities.
Administrative Support:
- Provide administrative assistance to the research group, including organizing paperwork, maintaining records, and assisting with logistics.
Financial Responsibility:
- Ensure proper accountability of project resources in line with MRC/UVRI & LSHTM
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- MSc in Bioinformatics
- Bachelor’s degree in biomedical laboratory technology, Bachelor of Science degree – Biochemistry, a degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology and any other related degree;
- GCP training;
- Should possess at least two years’ proven experience in managing research projects and teams;
- Proficiency in research methodologies and data analysis techniques;
- Familiarity with project management software/tools;
- Should possess strong IT and social media management skills;
- Knowledge of relevant compliance and ethical considerations in research;
- Independence;
- Analytical thinking;
- Proactivity;
- Results orientation;
- Concern for excellence;
- Flexibility towards others;
- Service orientation; and,
- Development orientation.
How to Apply
Follow the link below to fill a form and submit your application documentation:
Filling the form more than once will lead to automatic disqualification. High level of integrity while filling the form is required and will be considered during shortlisting.
All candidates should combine all their application documentation i.e. cover letter, CV & certified copies of academic documents into one PDF document. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. This position is open to Ugandan nationals only. Strictly follow the application procedure
as failure to do so will lead to automatic disqualification. Only online applications through the link provided will be accepted. You will receive a notification in your email if your application and documentation have been successfully received.
N.B: You will be required to present certified copies of your academic documentation before employment.
The applications should be addressed to:
The Head of Human Resources,
MRC/ UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit, P.O. Box, 49, Entebbe, Uganda.
Consider your application unsuccessful if not contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date of the advert. Any form of lobbying at any stage will lead to automatic disqualification. By submitting your personal information, you consent to the MRC/ UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit holding and using it in accordance with its recruitment policy and procedure. The Unit reserves the right to verify documents attached with the relevant awarding institutions to authenticate their validity.
NB: MRC/UVRI & LSHTM Uganda Research Unit strives for inclusion and diversity and therefore considers all job applicants based on merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, marital status, and disability. We highly encourage persons with disabilities to apply and compete for different job openings at the Unit. The Unit is an equal opportunity employer committed to having a diverse work force and does not ask for money at any stage of recruitment.
Deadline: 8th May 2025
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