Study Nurse NGO Jobs – Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)
Organization: Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Job Reference: SNRX02
Reports to: Study Doctor
About US:
The Infectious Diseases Institute, established within Makerere University, is a Ugandan not-for-profit organization which aims to strengthen health systems in Africa, with a strong emphasis on infectious diseases; through research and capacity development.
Job Summary: The study nurse, under the guidance and supervision of the study doctor ensures the integrity and quality of clinical studies is maintained, and conducted in accordance all regulations, Institutional Review Board (IRB) approvals, policies and procedures. This position is primarily responsible for the accurate completion of visit procedures and collection of information from study patients according to protocols, and for protecting the health, safety, and welfare of research participants
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensures compliance with each study’s protocol by providing thorough review and documentation at each subject study visit
- Participates in recruitment and selection of study participants by interviewing and documenting medical history to determine compliance with eligibility requirements
- Performs medical tests, including, but not limited to, vital signs, wound swabs etc.
- Provides patient education and medical information to study patients
- Documents medical data in patient chart to capture protocol requirements
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant must have completed Nurses Training from a recognized education institution
- At least three years of work experience in a clinical setting
- Research experience will be an added advantage.
- GCP Training is an added advantage
- Be up to date with registration with Nurses Practitioners council
- Ethical work practice
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking skills
- Team player
- Ability to work under pressure and accomplish tasks with minimal supervision
- Good communication skills
How to Apply:
All Candidates that meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in these positions should send their CVs, including details of email address, present position, current remuneration, Certificate/testimonials and address of three (3) Referees plus telephone contact to the stipulated email address (Email your application and CV to hr@idi.co.ug).
The Senior Human Resource Manager Infectious Diseases Institute – IDI Knowledge Centre, Makerere University Main Campus College of Health Sciences, Makerere University P. O. Box 22418, Kampala, Uganda
Key Notes:
- IDI is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge a recruitment fee or any other fees at any stage of the recruitment process
- Make sure that your application letter, CV and certificates are attached as one document
- Indicate the Vacancy Code as the subject for your email
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
Deadline: 6th March 2020