Research – Scientist A Navigendi Jobs – Medical Research Council (MRC UK) /UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit
About the Organization
The MRC/UVRI & LSHTM Uganda Research Unit is an internationally recognized centre of excellence for research and training. The Unit was established in 1988 to improve the understanding and control of the HIV epidemic in Uganda and globally, following a request from the Uganda Government to the United Kingdom (UK) Government. After wide consultations, and in response to the changing public health landscape, Unit work has broadened beyond HIV to include other infections, neglected, endemic, emerging and re-emerging infections and non-communicable diseases (NCDs).
Job Description
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.
Duties and Responsibilities
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
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
Line Management Responsibilities
Up to 5 social science team leads or research assistants (supervision role)
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
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
Qualification, Experiences and Competencies
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
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