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Kampala, Uganda

Full Time

Deadline: 

22 Dec 2024

About the Organisation

The Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) is a Ugandan not-for-profit organization whose mission is to strengthen health systems in Africa, with strong emphasis on infectious diseases, through research and capacity development. IDI has six operational areas through which it works to achieve its mission: Prevention, Care and Treatment; Training, Research, Laboratory services (including the CAP-certified IDI Core Lab & Translational Lab), Global Health Security and Health System Strengthening.

Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) is an independently governed institute within the College of Health Sciences at Makerere University and has the mission “To strengthen health systems in Africa, with a strong emphasis on infectious diseases, through research and capacity development.” IDI has operations across Uganda as well as in a number of other African countries and has a staffing of over 1,000 managing multiple projects in research, clinical services, public health and training.

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Obstetrics & Gynecology -Study Site Coordinator job at Infectious Diseases Institute

Infectious Diseases Institute

Job Description

Job Title:  Obstetrics & Gynecology -Study Site Coordinator

Organisation: Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Site Principal Investigator


A Medical Doctor specializing in Obstetrics and Gynaecology will oversee the clinical aspects of data collection, ensuring the quality, accuracy, and compliance of obstetrics and gynaecology data for the Project. This role involves direct coordination with the clinical teams, radiologists, and data collection staff to manage the project’s data-related implementation and adhere to ethical and regulatory standards.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Clinical Oversight

  • Supervise and manage the collection of obstetric ultrasound data, ensuring adherence to the 8-sweep blind protocol.

  • Provide clinical expertise in the interpretation and validation of collected ultrasound and demographic data.

  • Coordinate with radiographers, nurses, and sonographers to ensure quality control during data collection.


Project Implementation

  • Work closely with the project’s Principal Investigator and other key stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation of data collection protocols.

  • Ensure compliance with ethical, legal, and regulatory guidelines across the project.

  • Participate in training sessions for clinical teams, ensuring all staff are competent in utilizing handheld ultrasound devices and adhering to project protocol.


Data Management

  • Ensure collected data is anonymized, secure, and stored in compliance with relevant data protection regulations.

  • Review and validate data accuracy before upload to the central cloud platform.


Quality Assurance

  • Conduct periodic audits of data collection processes to maintain high standards of accuracy and consistency.

  • Provide feedback to data collection teams based on quality reviews and ensure corrective actions where necessary.


Stakeholder Engagement

  • Liaise with hospital administration, ethics committees, and local health authorities to maintain compliance and foster collaboration.

  • Act as a point of contact between the clinical sites and the coordinating project teams.

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Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Education:

  • Master Of medicine-Obstetrics & Gynecology

  • Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery


Person Specification

  • Education: Medical degree with specialization in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (MBChB and MMed Obstetrics & Gynaecology).


Experience:

  • Experience in ultrasound diagnostics.

  • Experience in clinical research.


Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in the use of ultrasound imaging equipment, especially handheld devices

  • Experience with data collection platforms (e.g., REDCap).

  • Soft Skills

  • Strong organizational and leadership skills.

  • Excellent communication skills for interacting with diverse stakeholders

  • An added advantage

  • Experience in AI-enabled healthcare projects or familiarity with AI model validation is an advantage.

  • Training or certification in Good clinical practice (GCP) and Human Subject Protection (HSP).

How to Apply

All interested candidates should apply online at the Apply button below.


Deadline: 22nd December 2024


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