ASSOCIATE TECHNICAL RESEARCH OFFICER – ELIZABETH GLASER PEDIATRIC AIDS FOUNDATION

• Perform site preparation by identifying, and work with the procurement team to acquire and supply all materials needed to operationalize the research site.
• Work closely with the Associate Regional Officers of the UNITAID TB – Global – COVID-19 Project to ensure local stakeholders (District Medical Officers, Hospital Director, and Community Structures) buy in of the study and needed support for implementation.
• Assist the study coordinator in organizing onsite training for protocol and research procedures.
• Ensure that all participating sites have data collection tools and study materials permanently in place.
• Prepare with the study coordinators the site opening visits.

During The Study Enrolment Phase

• Ensure that the enrolment takes place as planned in all study sites of the assigned region and provide appropriate support to the Research Assistant/Study Nurses.
• Ensure the respect and the strict application of each study’s Standards Operating Procedures (SOPs) at the site level.
• Oversee the study enrolment at the site level and ensure the respect of the informed consent procedure.
• Conduct regular monitoring visits according to the monitoring plan.
• Assist data manager with data quality checks and ensure a response to data queries.
• Monitor the progress of the study according to the protocol, SOPs, and the Good Clinical Practice (GCP) at the site level and report to the study coordinator.
• Ensure the maintenance of the study Investigational Site File (ISF)
• Ensure that the sensitive information (signed consent forms) is securely stored according to the protocol.
• Ensure the completeness and regular update of the site investigator file.
• Immediately report any serious adverse events to the study coordinator and the PI.
• Supervise and mentor the site staff on all study-related issues.

• Medical Doctor with an MD degree or Senior registered graduate nurse
• MPH degree in epidemiology, or public health, or Certificate in a research course will be appreciated.
• Knowledge and comprehension of human subjects’ research, ethics, and of GCP.
• Experience in clinical or operational research as a research assistant, data collector, site supervisor, or regional supervisor will be highly appreciated.
• Experience in monitoring clinical and operational research data.
• Excellent teamwork and coordination skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Perfect professional proficiency in English and French.
• Availability to travel on the field on a regular basis

File : CV.

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