FACULTY OF MEDICINE
INTERSECTIONAL STIGMA STUDY
RESEARCH COORDINATOR
VACANCY NO: FM/ISS01/2023
(1 POSITION: FULL-TIME FOR 2 YEAR FIXED CONTRACT)
The Intersectional Stigma Study at the University of Botswana/Sbrana Psychiatric Hospital is looking for an experienced, assertive, results driven leader with keen interest in research to join our team.
Duties: the successful candidate is expected to: (i) work with the study’s Principal Investigators (PIs) and Research Assistants to plan, supervise and oversee the day-to-day research activities and to manage study finances and reporting; (ii) be accountable for implementation of research protocols and coordination of the local research team; (iii) coordinate the implementation of operational aspects of the research, including general administration, data management, regulatory administration, safety, and budgets. Such coordination will include Research Assistant deployment and supervision; recruitment optimization; blood draws, tracking and obtaining laboratory test results; IRB submissions and engagement, and any other aspects of the study; (iv) assist with the design, coordination, implementation and assessment of Data Quality Assurance activities to ensure data quality and completeness; (v) assist with generation of study related reports and data as needed; (vi) act as a liaison between all stakeholders to ensure that the study is conducted according to the approved protocol, and that key stakeholders remain appraised of study achievements and challenges; (vii) supervise and manage the performance of study staff.
Requirements: applicant should have: (i) Degree in any field; (ii) a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience; (ii) at least 2 years experience as a Research Coordinator; (iii) experience in implementing quantitative and qualitative research.
Added advantage: formal training in research and experience conducting research related to health services.
Remuneration: the Research Study offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
How to apply: applicants should address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University determine their suitability for the position. They should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CVs (including telephone, skype and email address), certified true copies of educational certificates, transcripts, samples of the relevant publications, names, addresses and contact details of three referees. The application material should be addressed to: Secretary, Faculty of Medicine, Corner of Notwane and Mabuto Road, University of Botswana, Private Bag 00713 Gaborone, Botswana; or emailed to: mutloane@ub.ac.bw
Applicants should inform their referees to: (i) quote the vacancy number; (ii) position applied for, and; (iii) submit the references directly to the address stated above before the stipulated closing date.
Hand delivered applications should be sent to: Faculty of Medicine, Sir Ketumile Masire Teaching Hospital (Next to UB Stadium), First Floor, Office No. F2016
Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Closing Date: 17 November 2023