Recruitment, apply for Epidemiological Resources and Investigation Consultancy (ERIC Institute) LTD recruitment 2022 below.
Gatekeepers News reports that Epidemiological Research Institute and ERIC Institute are trading names of Epidemiological Resources and Investigation Consultancy (ERIC) Limited, a registered company (RC 1265952) in Nigeria and certified for the United States Federal Information Securities Management Act of 2014 (FISMA).
ERIC Institute is recruiting to fill the position below:
Research Coordinator at a Maternal and Child Health Research Project
- Experience 3 years
- Location Kaduna
- Job Field Science
Summary/Overview: The Research Coordinator works with and under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI).
Employment Type: Contract
Job Description
An experienced Research Coordinator is sought to oversee this study in Kaduna State for a period of 20 months.
The position reports to the Principal Investigator and from whom s/he receives day-to-day technical supervision and other support.
The Research Coordinator will support, facilitate and coordinate daily research activities.
S/he will work with the Principal Investigator of the study, research sponsor and institution, and colleagues to support and provide guidance on aspects of the study e.g., administration of the compliance, finance, and personnel.
The Research Coordinator will be responsible for the coordination and implementation of the program plan, coordinating core teams, arranging network meetings, coordinating training evaluations, monitoring of programs, and ensuring that all program milestones are met.
S/he will ensure that budget and reports timelines are met and a good working relationship established with Key Project Personnel.
The Research Coordinator will provide overall coordination of the research study, oversee the ethical implementation of the study, participate in the training of data collection staff and coordinate data collection; oversee recruitment and follow-up of human participants, as well as write and edit reports and manuscripts.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Principal Investigator and study personnel in the strategic planning of study implementation.
- Collaborate with the PI, department, and institutional administration to ensure that research and related activities are performed in accordance with federal regulations and sponsoring agency policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with the PI to prepare Institutional Review Board /Kaduna State Ministry of Health Research Ethics Committee/National and any other regulatory submission documents as required by the protocol.
- Oversee the Development of protocols, data collection tools, workflows, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Assist the PI in the development of materials and tools necessary to appropriately train individuals involved in the conduct of the study around issues related to (but not limited to) protocol requirements, execution of research plan. Maintain documentation of training. Provide appropriate training and tools for study team members.
- Ensure the efficient day-to-day operation of research activities and serve as the point of contact for internal study staff
- Monitor and maintain records of the progress of research activities, prepare periodic reports
- Collaborate with PI and institution to respond to any audit findings and implement approved recommendations.
- Collaborate with the PI and department to prepare a categorized budget and justification. Confirm accuracy and completeness of budgeted costs.
- Attend investigator meetings as required or requested by the PI.
- Prepare other study materials like informed consent documents case report forms (CRFs), enrollment logs, and drug/device accountability logs.
- Assist PI in the submission of informed consent documents to the Human Research Protection Office (HRPO) for review and approval.
- Establish and organize study files, including, regulatory binders, study-specific source documentation, and other materials.
- Screen subjects for eligibility using protocol-specific inclusion and exclusion criteria, documenting each potential participant’s eligibility or exclusion.
- Assist PI in the communication of study requirements to all individuals involved in the study. Maintain study timelines and adequate inventory of study supplies.
- Plan and coordinate regular advisory board and steering committee meetings.
- In conjunction with the PI, execute targets within agreed timelines.
- Supervise data management including data cleaning and analysis
- Participate in writing and editing technical reports and manuscripts for publication or presentation.
- Perform any other programmatic duties related to the study.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Demography, Microbiology, Physiology, Biochemistry, Biological Science or any other biology or science-related subject, Master’s degree will be an added advantage
- At least 3 years experience in maternal and child health-related research design, implementation, and publication
- Excellent knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research models and data analysis
- Must have completed or been exempted from National Youth Service
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Experience in writing high-quality reports to funders and other stakeholders
- Excellent English writing skill
- Highly proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Strong planning, time management, and project management skills
- Strong people management and leadership skills
- Familiarity with quantitative data storage and analysis systems
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Results-oriented, professional, accountable, and proactive
- Attention to detail and ability to deliver to a deadline
- Must be able to work independently with little supervision
- Strong interpersonal and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication skills
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: info@ericinstitute.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail. Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with email addresses and phone numbers.
Note
- CV and Cover Letter as a single word document
- Candidates that do not comply with the application instruction will be disqualified.
- We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
- Only shortlisted candidates will receive an invitation for an interview
- Any successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.
- There will be travel requirements and opportunities both within Nigeria.
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