Partners In Health,Infant Warmer Research Study Managers Jobs Vacancies in Rwanda

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

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.
Position
Title: 
Infant
Warmer Research Study Managers (2)
Reports
to:     
Principal Investigators
Location:         
Rwinkwavu/Butaro,
Rwanda
SUMMARY
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. 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities
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
How
to apply:
If
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
Applications
should be submitted not later than 17 June 2016.

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