The MRC Unit, The Gambia is the Council’s largest establishment conducting medical research in a developing country.  The Unit aims to improve the health of people in low-income countries by excellence in multi-disciplinary research programmes.

We are seeking applications from experienced and suitably qualified candidates for the post of a Research Clinician for the Control of Neonatal Infections project based at MRC Fajara. The trial is aimed at evaluating the impact of an intervention given to women during the pregnancy period on the mother and newborn’s health. The post-holder will be required to run and supervise the trial. Both mothers and newborns will be followed for a few months after delivery and biological samples collected at regular intervals.   

We seek someone with:

• MB BS or equivalent.
• FWACP Part 1 or equivalent.
• Significant experience in conducting epidemiological studies.
• Experience in conducting intervention trials.
• Experience in managing large teams.
• Experience working with newborns.
• Record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/spoken English.
• Excellent IT skills (Word, Excel and Access).
• Commitment to working in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Flexible and well organised approach to work and an ability to meet deadlines.
• The ability to deal sensitively with patients and study participants.
• The ability to be attentive to detail.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and be on-call.

Although not essential, FWACP Part 2 and/or a Master in Epidemiology or Public Health would be an advantage.

The salary will be in Occupational Group E1/E2 dependent on qualifications and experience. The salary range for E1 is from 565, 328 Dalasi per annum to 774, 188 Dalasi per annum after tax. This converts to a salary range of $18, 844 - $25, 806 per annum after tax using the current Dalasi/USD exchange rate. If you have your full FWACP, the salary will be in occupational group E2 at a salary range of between 789, 111 Dalasis to 997, 956 per annum after tax. This converts to a salary range of $26, 303 - $33, 265 per annum after tax using the current Dalasi/USD exchange rate. Please note, however, that the salary package is paid in Dalasis and the USD figure quoted is just given as a guide. The final salary on each occupation group will be dependent on qualifications and experience.   

For displaced staff the package will include furnished accommodation, flights, contribution to school fees for children and other benefits.

The appointment will be for 30 months.

If you are interested and feel you have the qualities, skills and experience for this position please contact the Human Resources Office to obtain an MRC Application Form and a copy of the Job Description. Completed application forms, together with copies of qualifications and a recent CV, should be sent to:

Human Resource Office:
Vacancy for: Research Clinician (Control of Neonatal Infections)
MRC Unit, Fajara
P. O. Box 273
Banjul

Telephone: 4495442–6 & 4494072-9
E-mail: hr@mrc.gm

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 23rd May 2012.

MRC is an equal opportunities employer and operates a strict no smoking policy.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.