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Job Title:   Scientist A Navigendi (Fresher Research Jobs)  

Organisation: Medical Research Council (MRC UK) /UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit

Duty Station: Entebbe, Uganda

Reports to: Principal Investigator (PI)

 

About Organisation:

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.

 

The Unit is now seeking enthusiastic and experienced individuals to fill the following position:

 

Scientist A Navigendi – (01 Position)

Position Code: SA – 0824

Reports to: Principal Investigator (PI)

Station: Entebbe

 

Job Purpose:

To co-ordinate project activities for the Disability Research Group studies, specifically the Navigendi study on experiences of violence of children with disabilities, the CIC study which aims to improved kidney function and catheterization practice of children with disabilities and the Missing Billion Process Evaluation, looking at the impact of a participatory approach in improving access to health care for persons with disabilities.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Principal duties.

• Oversee and coordinate the day-to-day activities of the projects and ensure collection of quality data.
• Coordinate and provide support to activities of the research teams
• Supervise the study staff
• Facilitate staff training, coordination and support
• Liaise with partners to ensure research is conducted according to protocol and regulatory requirements
• Organize and support Study Advisory Group meetings
• Ensure timely procurement of study materials
• Contribute to the preparation of interview guides and other tools
• Lead the correspondence with Ugandan IRB and other regulatory bodies
• Oversee the project’s consent/assent process in Uganda
• Contribute to the data collection, coding and analysis of the interview data using NVIVO
• Prepare project progress reports as may be required.
• Contribute to training within the DRG and unit
• Contribute to internal citizenship, e.g. organizing staff meetings and trainings
• Contribute to the organization of the dissemination activities
• Contribute to publications and presentations of findings
• Assist the PIs in preparing for funders and PIs visits and the end of project conference
• Other duties as may be assigned by the relevant authority as deemed necessary.

2. Financial management.

• Manage the project budget in Uganda with support from the PIs
• Ensure that the project is implemented within budget and timelines
• Contribute to financial reporting

3. Line Management Responsibilities

• Up to 5 social science team leads or research assistants (supervision role)

4. LSHTM Integration

• The post-holder will be in regular contact by videoconference, phone and email with London based PIs.
• staff will be encouraged to participate in LSHTM Uganda unit and online LSHTM activities

5. Environment

• Participate in carbon emission reduction activities across the Unit and wider LSHTM
• Act as an advocate for the responsible and efficient use of resources
• The post holder will ensure and encourage a disability inclusive work environment as well as promote equity, diversity and inclusivity within the research group

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Person Specification

• Master’s Degree in Disability Studies, Anthropology, Sociology, Educational Sciences, other Social Science or Public Health
• PhD in a relevant discipline
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in conducting and analyzing qualitative data.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in coordinating qualitative research studies;
• Experience working in a similar research environment
• Experience working with children, youth and adults with disabilities and their families
• Contribution to research leadership for at least 2 studies at least one at a level equivalent to Project Leader.
• Experience in managing teams
• At least two first author publications over research career.
• First authored conference abstracts and presentations
• Excellent computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, Ppt)
• Knowledge of qualitative research methods
• Knowledge of participatory disability research
• Knowledge in data analysis, publication and grant writing
• Organized with excellent attention to detail
• Excellent management, networking, and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proven ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Proven skills managing complex projects
• Proven skills coordinating qualitative research studies
• Proven interest in disability research

 

How to Apply
Follow the link below to fill a form and submit your application documentation:

 

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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: 23rd August 2024

 

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