Nursing Officer (MRC/UVRI Uganda Virus Research Unit on AIDS)- job opportunities in Uganda

Job title: Nursing Officer
No.of vacancies:2 positions
Reports to: Scientist.
Organization: MRC/UVRI Uganda Virus Research Unit on AIDS
Location: Masaka, Uganda
Deadline: 05:00pm 16th October 2013.
Background Information
The MRC/UVRI Uganda Virus Research Unit on AIDS was established following a request in 1988 from the Uganda Government to the British Government for collaboration on the research of HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) infection and AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency.
The Unit is a center of excellence in HIV/AIDS related research. It conducts large-scale epidemiological and intervention studies, clinical trials, virological and immunological research and behavioral studies, clinical trials, virological and immunological research and behavioral studies, and has generated a wealth of research results that have been used to inform policy and practice, and that have led to a large number of scientific publications in peer reviewed journals over time. The Unit is based at Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) in Entebbe.
MRC/UVRI is seeking keen, experienced and suitably qualified Ugandans to join a team of dedicated clinical and research staff working on the IPM 027 trial “A multicentre, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled safety and efficacy trial of a dapivirine vaginal matrix ring in healthy HIV-negative women”.
All positions will be based at the Unit’s Field station in Masaka.
Terms: These positions will be remunerated according to the Ugandan MRC/UVRI Unit salary scales. The initial appointments will be for a period of up to 1 year with a possibility of extension based on performance and availability of funds.
Start date: As soon as possible
Job Purpose:
Provision of study information and obtaining informed consent, collection of clinical and non-clinical data and performance of other study related nursing roles.
Key roles and responsibilities;
•  Provide study information to participants and obtain informed consent
•  Completion and maintenance of screening and enrolment logs.
•  Participate in data collection through administration of study questionnaires.
•  Carry out medical procedures related to the clinical trial.
•  Report adverse events to study physicians.
•  Review and update clinic supplies and make requisitions appropriately.
•  Track participants by phone or through field workers to ensure attendance of study visits.
•  Offer appropriate health education and counseling to patients and their attendants.
Qualifications and experience:
•  Diploma in Nursing, Midwifery or comprehensive nursing.
•  Training in public health, research methods, ICH/GCP is desirable but not essential
•  Registration with Uganda Nurses and Midwifery Council.
•  A minimum of 3 years working experience in a clinical setting.
•  Experience in working in a research setting is an added advantage
•  Certificate in HIV/AIDS counseling and testing and ICP/GCP training is added advantage.
•  Fluency in English and Luganda.

How to apply:
Applications including copies of academic qualifications, curriculum vitae and names plus telephone contact details of three (3) referees should either be addressed to:
The Human Resources Manager,
MRC/UVRI Uganda Research Unit on AIDS
Uganda Virus Research Institute
P. O. Box 49,
Entebbe
Or sent by email: mrc@mrcuganda.org
Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.