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The MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit is a renowned health research institution dedicated to improving human health through world-class scientific research, training, and policy engagement, with a mission to generate evidence-based solutions to infectious and non-communicable diseases affecting communities in Uganda and beyond. Established in 1989 as a collaboration between the Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) and the UK’s Medical Research Council (MRC), and later joined by the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM), the Unit has evolved into a leading center for biomedical and public health research in Africa.
It is internationally recognized for groundbreaking studies on HIV/AIDS, emerging infections, and vaccine development, earning a stellar reputation for scientific excellence and ethical research practices. The Unit fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, offering competitive career opportunities and professional development for researchers, clinicians, and support staff, with flexible and supportive work arrangements.
Through a strong commitment to innovation, the Unit integrates laboratory science, clinical trials, and community-based research, leveraging a multidisciplinary approach that enhances its impact across policy and practice. With a workforce of hundreds of dedicated professionals and multiple research sites across Uganda, it maintains a broad reach across both rural and urban populations. Rooted in values of integrity, excellence, collaboration, and respect for individuals and communities, the Unit also upholds a strong sense of social responsibility by engaging in health education, capacity building, and community empowerment initiatives that improve local well-being and resilience.
Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
Scientist B job at MRC/ UVRI
MRC/ UVRI
The job purpose is to lead a project focused on understanding how early-life infectious and nutritional exposures in tropical Africa affect cardiovascular disease risk. The role involves supervising and conducting a clinical research study, collecting and analyzing data on physical determinants of non-communicable diseases from a birth cohort, and coordinating between clinical and research teams to ensure smooth operation, timely sample collection and processing, accurate data generation, analysis, and adherence to ethical procedures. Ideal for an experienced medical doctor transitioning into clinical and research project management
Contributing to the design of research studies and taking an active role in;
Writing study protocols & SOPs;
Gaining approval from regulatory bodies;
Developing detailed implementation plans & resourcing budgets;
Recruiting and training study team members; and,
Writing progress reports to regulatory and funding bodies.
Leading the implementation of the “EMaBS at 21” research study, through the following activities;
Ensuring that plans, protocols and procedures are reliably followed;
Ensuring that research is conducted according to best practice/high standards;
Ensuring that all research volunteers are treated ethically with respect and compassion;
Ensuring that data is entered accurately and reliably and data security routines are implemented;
Assisting in obtaining continuing regulatory approvals for the study before expiry;
Participating in data cleaning, analysis and project evaluation; feeding lessons learned back into the revision or design of new projects;
Participating in the roll-out of the research findings and dissemination of results to stakeholders;
Managing study resources (including finances, HR, equipment & facilities), ensuring efficient and ethical usage and complying with all Unit accountability requirements.
Leading the study team, in a manner that empowers them to operate according to GCP and GCLP;
Coordinating the activities of the study team, and providing feedback to and from the PI and Science meetings;
Contributing to communication of study results through publications, poster presentations and scientific conferences; and,
Providing mentorship to other members of the study team.
Performing any other general I-Vac activities as may be assigned by Lab Manager, Project leader or Head of Programme.
Financial Management;
Delegated financial (signing) authority for amount of up to Uganda Shs 500000 with expenditures above this limit being secondarily approved by the PI.
Line Management Responsibilities;
The position holder is the first line supervisor of staff (e.g. clinicians, nurses, counsellors, field workers) for projects that he or she is responsible for and is also responsible for safeguarding safety and well-being of project research participants.
LSHTM Integration;
Liaise, through the line manager, with LSHTM Communications and Engagement team.
SERVICES
COMMERCIAL
SERVICES
INDUSTRIAL
SERVICES
RESIDENTIAL
MBChB and Clinical training;
MSc in Public Health, Research Methods, Epidemiology, Clinical Trials, or other relevant subject;
GCP certification;
Should possess minimum two years’ experience in working in clinical research environment;
Experience in working in a medical research setting;
Experience in leading teams;
Experience in liaising between clinical and research teams;
Experience working in research laboratory;
Good clinical research conduct and practice;
Ability to learn;
Excellent analytical skills and Thoroughness;
Personal integrity and Emotional resourcefulness;
Proactivity and Concern for Excellence;
Flexibility and Openness to others;
Results Orientation and Service Orientation;
Service Orientation;
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