Research Assistant (Intensive Care Project) (Jd-1019-036)

JOB SUMMARY

The post-holder will be involved in 3 main projects – using machine learning and artificial intelligence to analyse physiological data in tetanus and sepsis; using bioimpedance to measure fluid status in dengue and sepsis and developing a safe rehabilitation program for patients recovering from critical illness. For all these projects, the post-holder will be involved in ground-level implementation, data collection and analysis

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The post-holder will work closely with OUCRU PIs and the international team to implement the innovations project. This will involve
• Day-to-day logistics for clinical trial implementation (eg ethics, hospital payments, IT systems)
• Overseeing progress of clinical studies and liaising with clinical trials unit staff and collaborators
• Help to develop and understand the study protocols, and standard operating procedures.
• Co-ordinate and oversee the collection of clinical data and research samples from participants.
• Maintain good communication with collaborating staff at each site.
• Assist with data entry into the electronic databases, data cleaning and validation, and subsequently with data analysis
• Work with other members of the project team to identify future areas for collaboration and research.
• Assist with presenting study progress and findings to collaborators and other audiences.
• Other tasks as required.

DEPARTMENT
Emerging Infections Group

LOCATION
This post is based at OUCRU-HCMC office but spending significant time at Hospital for Tropical Diseases

HOURS OF WORK
Full-time

TENURE
Initially for one year, including a 2 month probation period, with possibility of extension.

REPORTING TO
Dr Louise Thwaites

COMPETENCIES

• Well developed troubleshooting capacity and clarity of thought
• Strong organisation skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and work within tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an international team environment using modern communication tools (skype; dropbox etc.)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written)

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• BSc in healthcare related field
• Experience in basic computer skills (spreadsheets, word etc)
• Good logistical skills
• Team player, organized, patient, dedicated, tactful, understanding, disciplined and mature
• Keen on self-development
• Good understanding of written and spoken English and Vietnamese

DESIRED CRITERIA

• Experience in innovative technologies or understanding of basics of and physiological monitoring
• Experience in statistical software and analysis
• Experience in clinical trials or research

BENEFITS

- Contracted salary: Negotiable (depending on actual experience and education).
- Optional insurance: In-patient and out-patient medical coverage; Personal accident insurance coverage
- Two months’ salary for annual bonus and clothes
- Annual leave 18 days/year for the first year, a maximum of 30 days
- Other responsibilities and benefits are based on Viet Nam Labour Law.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested qualified candidates are invited to send their detailed resume and cover letter in English, including copies of relevant degrees, certificates, either by email or by post to the following address:
Oxford University Clinical Research Unit
Laboratory of Clinical Science
Hospital for Tropical Diseases
764 Vo Van Kiet, Ward 1, District 5, HCMC

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION
23rd October 2019

* We thanks all applicants for their interest but only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

- Contracted salary: Negotiate

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