About
The Malawi – Liverpool – Wellcome – Programme (MLW) is an internationally recognized centre for research and training, funded by the Wellcome Trust in collaboration with our key partners, the Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KuHes), Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) and University of Liverpool (UoL) among others.
About the Role
We are seeking a professional and experienced Senior Research Nurse to join the Infectious Disease Epidemiology (IDE) Group under the CHAMP Drug Study. The successful candidate will be working full time under the direction and supervision of the project site lead.
Key Duties
- Supervise and manage the field team of Field Research Assistants (Medical Assistants, Nurses, and other field workers) and ensure efficient and effective implementation of the protocol in accordance with MLW procedures and applicable ethics requirements
- Coordinate household mapping and community-based census activities within the study catchment areas and ensure proper participant screening, informed consent, and enrolment activities according to the study protocol and GCP requirements
- Supervise administration of study medication (DOT) during the five-month intervention period and ensure adherence to dosing schedules and protocol procedures
- Monitor study participants during and after drug administration, document and report adverse events (AEs) and serious adverse events (SAEs), and ensure prompt management according to protocol and regulatory timelines
- Oversee collection, processing, documentation, storage, and transportation of study samples in accordance with protocol requirements and laboratory procedures
- Ensure accurate and timely electronic data collection using tablets and maintain high standards of data quality and completeness
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing or Diploma in Nursing and Midwifery Technician
- Registered with the Nurses and Midwives Council of Malawi
- At least 3 years of experience working in a large-scale malaria or related research
Remuneration and Benefits
MLW offers an attractive remuneration package which includes:
- A competitive salary package commensurate with the position
- A medical aid scheme
- 24-hour insurance cover
- Pension scheme
- Gratuity benefits redeemable once every year, among others
How to Apply
Interested applicants should apply by sending:
- A cover letter
- Copies of relevant certificates
- Detailed CV with 3 traceable referees (including at least 2 professional referees)
All documents should be submitted in one PDF file named as: firstname_surname_role applied