Study Coordinator â INTEGRATE Trial (F/M), Fixed-Term Contract â 12 months
Study Coordinator â INTEGRATE Trial (F/M), Fixed-Term Contract â 12 months
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About the INTEGRATE Study
INTEGRATE is a multinational multi-centre clinical trial platform aiming to evaluate new therapeutic options for Lassa fever (LF)a disease with high mortality and limited treatment alternatives. The study compares investigational medical products to standard care in hospitalized patients with confirmed LF using a flexible adaptive Phase IIIII design.
Among other study sites in West Africa the trial will take place at the Lassa Fever Treatment Centre (LFTC) within the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH) in Bauchi Nigeria supported by MSFs emergency medical project of Geneva Operational Centre (OCG).
The Study Coordinator will be based in Bauchi working closely with MSF and Epicentre teams and with the Principal Investigator from ATBUTH.
Your Main Responsibilities
Under the hierarchical supervision of the Epicentre Research Director or delegate and the functional oversight of the MSF/OCG Project Medical Referent (PMR) in Bauchi and the Principal Investigator the Study Coordinator will:
- Coordinate a study team comprising clinicians nurses data monitor data managers data entry clerks
- Ensure protocol compliance and GCP standards across the study site.
- Oversee implementation of study procedures and quality of data collection in collaboration with the trial sponsors data management and monitoring team.
- Organize and deliver training for clinical and support staff on GCP consenting procedures protocol-specific procedures and Lassa fever care practices.
- Ensure accurate and timely completion of Source Documents Case Report Forms (CRFs) and other data tools.
- Supervise documentation and follow-up of adverse events (AEs) and serious adverse events (SAEs).
- Maintain and update the Investigator Site File (ISF).
- Support MSF project teams in developing and implementing retention strategies to avoid lost to follow-up.
- Prepare routine and ad hoc reports in compliance with study and sponsor requirements.
- Prepare and facilitate the site monitoring visits conducted by the trial oversight instances.
- Be a focal point for the study in MSF and provide regular updates/reports on the study progress to Epicentre the PMR the MSF medical coordination and the LFTC MoH coordinator as requiredLiaise with Hospital/Ministry of Health members and with the INTEGRATE consortium members as needed
- Contribute to technical documentation training tools and job aids for health care workers and study team.
- Troubleshoot site-level issues related to human resources equipment or logistics including liaison with Epicentre MSF and local authorities.
- Coordinate project closure activities and dissemination efforts.
- Uphold Epicentre and MSFs ethical principles including the respectful conduct of research in vulnerable populations.
- Perform other duties as required by the project and mission and in agreement with supervisors
Qualifications :
Education :
- Medical degree (MD or equivalent) required. Specialization in Infectious Diseases or Intensive Care medicine is an asset.
- Degree in public health epidemiology or clinical research is a strong asset.
- Solid understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
Professional Experience
- Required: Minimum of 3 years of experience implementing clinical trials in low-resource settings.
- Experience working as a clinician in viral hemorrhagic fever context is an asset.
- Experience working with MSF as a clinician is an asset.
Technical and interpersonal skills
- Excellent command of research project and team management essential
- Excellent organizational analytical record-keeping oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to adapt to complex and changing environments and meet tight deadlines.
- Collaborative and inclusive leadership strong interpersonal skills team spirit and diplomacy.
- Ability to provide support / contribute beyond their area of expertise.
- Sense of responsibility rigor.
Languages
- Fluently spoken and written English C1 or above - essential
- French is an asset.
Other condition:
In line with Nigerian authorities regulations priority will be given to candidates who are nationals of ECOWAS member states.
Additional Information :
What We Offer
- Work in a multicultural team at the intersection of research and humanitarian medicine.
- Engage with MSFs operational research agenda in a high-priority medical emergency.
- Be part of a mission-driven organization with a collaborative and supportive culture.
Contract: Fixed-term 12 months (possibility of extension)
Location: Bauchi Nigeria
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: level 12 of field MSF salary grid advantages linked to the field contract.
How to Apply
Please submit your application (CV cover letter) no later than no later than 31 august shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Epicentre is committed to protecting the personal data of its members employees and applicants. The data collected during this application process will be strictly shared with individuals involved in the recruitment process ensuring fair and quality handling regardless of the location of the Epicentre entity they belong to.
Note: Female candidates meeting the application criteria are strongly encouraged to apply.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
