Partners
In Health/Inshuti Mu Buzima is a Harvard-affiliated international NGO that has
partnered with the Government of Rwanda to strengthen the health system and
support poverty reduction initiatives in rural Rwanda since 2005.Through its
service delivery, training, advocacy and research, PIH works globally to bring
the benefits of modern medical scienc
In Health/Inshuti Mu Buzima is a Harvard-affiliated international NGO that has
partnered with the Government of Rwanda to strengthen the health system and
support poverty reduction initiatives in rural Rwanda since 2005.Through its
service delivery, training, advocacy and research, PIH works globally to bring
the benefits of modern medical scienc
e to those most in need and to serve as an
antidote to despair.
PIH
operates sites for clinical care, research, and training in 10 countries
(Haiti, Peru, Russia, USA-Boston, Rwanda, Lesotho,
Malawi, Kazakhstan, Mexico, and the Dominican Republic); and has a growing
network of affiliated organizations and initiatives in several other countries,
including Nepal, Burundi, Mali, Liberia, Guatemala, and Togo. PIH is
seeking 2 experienced professionals to fill the position.
operates sites for clinical care, research, and training in 10 countries
(Haiti, Peru, Russia, USA-Boston, Rwanda, Lesotho,
Malawi, Kazakhstan, Mexico, and the Dominican Republic); and has a growing
network of affiliated organizations and initiatives in several other countries,
including Nepal, Burundi, Mali, Liberia, Guatemala, and Togo. PIH is
seeking 2 experienced professionals to fill the position.
Position
Title: Infant
Warmer Research Study Managers (2)
Title: Infant
Warmer Research Study Managers (2)
Reports
to: Principal Investigators
to: Principal Investigators
Location:
Rwinkwavu/Butaro,
Rwanda
Rwinkwavu/Butaro,
Rwanda
SUMMARY
OF THE POSITION
OF THE POSITION
The
Research Study manager is a three-month grant-funded position to support
evaluation of the safety, efficacy, usability and functionality of the infant
warmer in the district hospital setting in Rwanda.
Research Study manager is a three-month grant-funded position to support
evaluation of the safety, efficacy, usability and functionality of the infant
warmer in the district hospital setting in Rwanda.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities
of the research study manager include, but are not limited to:
of the research study manager include, but are not limited to:
- Work
on a daily basis at the study site (Kirehe district or Butaro district) to
ensure eligible patients are recruited, consent families, collect and
enter data, and assist with data analysis. The study manager should be
available to answer any questions hospital staff or families have about
usage of the infant warmer. - Supervise
and ensure appropriate use of the infant warmer according to the study
protocol. The study manager will routinely observe the study to note any
deviations which may lead to safety concerns. If this were to occur it is
the Study Managers role to intervene, discuss and educate the hospital
staff to prevent unsafe use of the warmer. The Study Manager will
routinely monitor and intervene if the warmer material demonstrates any breakdown
or other changes. - Assist
in obtaining and maintaining all study materials, forms, and supplies for
use according to study protocols. - Maintain
close communication with all study collaborators, including study
investigators, PIH/IMB, hospital staff and authorities. - Report
to principal investigators any complication, adverse event caused by the
infant warmer as described in the research protocol.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A0
or A1 nurse with at least 2 years of clinical experience. - Minimum
two years of experience supporting the administration or execution of
research activities in an academic or global health setting - Previous
experience with data management and facility for using electronic data
management systems; advanced knowledge of biostatistics or data analysis
is advantageous - Demonstrated
professionalism and proficiency working in a clinical setting and facility
in interacting with health care staff and clients - Minimum
two years of experience living and working in a resource-poor setting and
collaboration with diverse and multicultural teams in a professional
setting is preferred - Strong
organizational and communication skills including experience with project
management/coordination and budget execution; - Outstanding
interpersonal skills, diplomacy, humility, and a commitment to social
justice;
Fluency
in English is required; proficiency in French is advantageous but not required
in English is required; proficiency in French is advantageous but not required
How
to apply:
to apply:
If
you believe
that you are the right candidate for the above position, please submit your
application online using the followingPIH website
you believe
that you are the right candidate for the above position, please submit your
application online using the followingPIH website
Select
the appropriate job title, click on “apply to this position” and follow the
instructions. For the section “work authorization,” please select “unknown.”
Should you require any assistance, please email Human Resources at imbrecruitment@pih.org
the appropriate job title, click on “apply to this position” and follow the
instructions. For the section “work authorization,” please select “unknown.”
Should you require any assistance, please email Human Resources at imbrecruitment@pih.org
Applications
should be submitted not later than 17 June 2016.
should be submitted not later than 17 June 2016.