Job Title: Science Officer (Research Registration and Clearance)
Organisation: Uganda National Council for Science and Technology (UNCST)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
The Uganda National Council for Science and Technology (UNCST) is a Government agency established in 1990 by an Act of Parliament (CAP. 209) of the Laws of Uganda. The agency is mandated to facilitate the development and implementation of strategies for integrating Science and Technology (S&T) into the national development process.
Job Summary: The Science Officer (Research Registration and Clearance) provides assistance in the clearance of study protocols submitted to UNCST, and issuance of a research permits in accordance with the National Research Guidelines and applicable laws related to research regulations.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Real time completeness check of study protocols and assign them to the respective personnel for further actions;
- Track all study protocols submitted and regularly update Principal Investigators on their progress;
- Assist in tracking study expiry and send out reminders to Principal Investigators for their action;
- Compile documentation of registered studies to be submitted to the Research Secretariat for Clearance;
- Dispatch Research permits from the Office of the President to the respective Principal Investigators;
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree (Hons) in Humanities and social sciences, Statistics, physical or life sciences, Public Health, Environmental Science or any related field;
- Training in Research ethics is an added advantage;
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the same or a similar field;
- Ability to work with a broad range of stakeholders;
- Computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office packages and database management skills;
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills;
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
- Not more than 35 years of age.
How to Apply:
Qualified interested candidates are encouraged to submit their signed application letters, curriculum vitae, copies of academic certificates and transcripts, naming three referees to the:
Head, Human Resources,
Uganda National Council for Science and Technology,
Plot 6, Kimera Road, Ntinda,
P.O. Box 6884, Kampala. Uganda
Deadline: 30th June 2025 by 5pm
NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Uganda National Council for Science and Technology is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any recruitment fee.
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