JOB DETAILS:
The unit is an internationally recognised centre of excellence with cominant research themes in the areas or HIV and emerging infections, vaccines and immunity, and chronic diseases and cancer. Through a multidisciplinary approach, intersecting basic science, epidemiological research, social-behavioural research and the conduct of new intervention evaluation studies, the Unit contributes knowledge on changi epidemics and diseases, the evaluation of innovative health care options, treatment and prevention and the development of health policy and practice in Africa and worldwide. Following the signing of strategic transfer agreements between the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) and the Medical Research Council (MRC UK), the Unit formally joined LSHTM on 1st February 2018. The exciting new partnership will boost research capacity into current and emerging health issues in Africa and throughout the world. The Unit is based at the UVRI Entebbe campus with established outposts in Kalungu, Masaka, Wakiso and Kampala Districts.
The Unit is now seeking enthusiastic and experienced individuals to fill the following positions:

Job Purpose;
The position holder will be involved in high-level coordination of the LSHTM Clinical Trials Network, shaping its direction and collaborating globally to promote best practices and optimize trial capacity. The candidate should have extensive experience in clinical trials, especially in resource-constrained settings, and strong health research management skills. The role offers an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual to advance LSHTM's strategic priorities.

For detailed job descriptions and procedure for application, please follow the application link per position.
For future employment opportunities, please visit http://www.mrcuganda.org/jobs
The applications should be addressed to:
The Head of Human Resources,
MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit,
P.O. Box, 49, Entebbe, Uganda.
Only online applications through the link provided will be accepted. You will receive a notification in your email if your application has been successfully received. In the event you are selected as the best candidate for the job, it will be a requirement to present certified copies of academic documents prior to contracting.