Study Doctor (Dengue, 02 positions) (Jd-0819-027)

JOB SUMMARY

This project is a collaboration between HTD and OUCRU in Ho Chi Minh City. You will join a dynamic and supportive research group running clinical and laboratory based descriptive and interventional therapeutic trials, human infection model research and validation studies of new wearable monitors, aiming to improve diagnosis, managment, prognosis and prevention of dengue. You will be based at the OUCRU, at the HTD, HCMC.
Training will be provided in all aspects of clinical reseach methodology. Recent medical graduates and/or junior doctors considering a possible future career as clinician scientists are encouraged to apply. There will be an opportunity to do part-time clinical sessions affiliated with the Hospital for Tropical Diseases should the candidate wish.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Study execution:
- Work under the direction of OUCRU investigators to ensure the successful delivery of the clinical trials and research studies of the dengue group
- Understand and be familiar with the study protocols. Use the protocol to develop procedures and documentation to execute the studies in compliance with local (HTD), national (MoH) and international (Oxford) regulatory and ethical guidelines.
- Help generate clinical case report forms and SOPs as needed.
- Help to train study staff in protocol relevant procedures including those for laboratory samples, data collection and recording and participant assessment.
- Help to establish systems for transfer, analysis and reporting of laboratory specimens. Execute these processes during the study period.
- Work with hospital physicians at the study sites to recruit, follow-up and manage study participants.

• Clinical care and oversight:
- Identify potential participants on the HTD dengue wards and assist in screening and recruitment of eligible participants and completion of screening logs.
- Approach participants to enroll in the studies. Obtain informed consent to take part in research studies from participants or their families.
- Communicate with study participants about their illnesses and their treatment. Answer questions about the trials, and help them manage their illnesses as appropriate.
- Collect, co-ordinate and oversee the collection of clinical data and research samples from participants at study sites. This will include performing various clinical examinations and procedures, in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Ensure that clinical case report forms are completed accurately, and collaborate with hospital staff wherever necessary.
- Maintain good communication with research nurses, other study physicians and collaborating hospital staff members, to ensure participants’ well-being, compliance with study protocols and quality of clinical data.

• Scientific contribution:
- Assist with data entry, data cleaning and data analysis
- Assist with presenting study progress and findings to collaborators and other audiences.

• Partner collaboration:
- Build rapport with study sites and act as a liaison between OUCRU-VN and HTD.
- Cooperate the monitoring team during their visits and answer their questions regarding participants’ care

• Other tasks as required.

DEPARTMENT
Dengue group

LOCATION
This post is based at the Oxford University Clinical Research Unit, the Hospital for Tropical Diseases, Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam.
This is a full-time job which may include travel within Ho Chi Minh City

HOURS OF WORK
Full time

TENURE
Initially for one year, including a 2 month probation period, with possibility of extension for 3 years

REPORTING TO
Head of Dengue Group – Dr. Sophie Yacoub

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

- Medical doctor degree.
- Competent in basic medical procedures including history and examination.
- Some experience working in a Ho Chi Minh City government hospital
- Excellent skills in communication and patient care. Able to form a good rapport with participants from all backgrounds.
- Ability to work closely with other study staff and hospital collaborators.
- Good attention to detail in following protocols and keeping records.
- Interest in clinical and/or epidemiological research.
- Willing to travel within country and abroad.
- Excellent Vietnamese and English language skills.

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

- Some clinical research experience
- Experience in the management of patients.
- Familiarity with computers, including Word and database programs
- Understanding of academic, research or not-for-profit working environment
- Able to work with a minimum of supervision
- Interest/experience in biosensors, wearable technology, bioengineering

BENEFITS

- Flexible working time: There will be opportunity to do part-time clinical sessions affiliated with the Hospital for Tropcial Diseases should the candidate wish.
- Chance to get the continuous medical training from the Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- Training in all aspects of clinical reseach methodology
- 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
12th September 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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