MRC Keneba is situated within the village of Keneba. About 100 miles from the coast and the capital Banjul (3 hours by car).
The MRC has carried out nutritional research in Keneba and the surrounding villages for over 60 years. Although the location of
the Unit is remote and rural. Considering its location. Keneba has excellent laboratory and other facilities necessary for high¬
quality field research and the delivery of a comprehensive primary health care service.The Research Clinician/Head of Clinical Services will have dual responsibility for participating fully in the research agenda
of the Nutrition Programme and will also take responsibility
for the Clinical Services in Keneba as the Head of Clinical Services.
We seek someone with:
MB. BS.
Minimum of FWACP Part 1 or equivalent in Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
Record of publications in peer-reviewed journals
Practical experience of health research in developing
Countries
Experience of staff management
Excellent written and spoken English
Good IT skills (Microsoft Word. Excel. Access)
Commitment to working in a multi-disciplinary team
Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written
Communication skills
A flexible and well-organized approach to work arid
An ability to meet deadlines
Ability to deal sensitively with patients
Attentiveness to detail
Excellent organizational skills
Willingness to be on-call and work outside the normal working hours
Willingness to live in a remote rural location
Although not essential. FWACP Part 2 would be an advantage Salary will be in Occupational Group E1/E2 dependent on
qualifications and experience. The salary for Occupational Group E1 is within the range 662.544
Dalasis per annum - 911.549 Dalasis per annum which converts to £14.723- £20.257 per annum before tax and £11.390 - £15.590 perannum after tax. The successful candidate with their FWACP
Part 2 will be in Occupational Group E2. The minimum salary for Occupational Group E2 is 929.336 Dalasis per annum before
tax and 722912 Dalasis per annum after tax. This converts to £15.890 per annum after tax. The point on the E2 scale is
dependent on experience. Please note that the salary package is paid in Dalasis and the sterling figure quoted is just given as a guide. For displaced staff the package will include rent-free
furnished accommodation. Flights. Contribution to school fees and shipment of personal effects
The appointment will be for 3 years in the first instance.
If you are interested and feel you have the qualities. Skills and experience for this position please contact the Human
Resources Office to obtain an MRC Application Form and a copy of the Job Description. Completed application forms.
Together with copies of qualifications and a recent CV. should
be sent to:
Human Resource Office:
Vacancy lor: Research Clinician/Head 01 Clinical Services
MRC Unit. The Gambia
P. O. Box 273 Banjul.
The Gambia. West Africa.
Telephone: 00220 4495442-B & 00220 4494072-9
E-mail: hr@mrc.gm
This post is being re-advertised. Applicants that have applied
before need not reapply.
The closing date for the receipt 01 applications is 9th August 2011.
MRC is an equal opportunities employer and operates a
strict no smoking policy.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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The MRC has carried out nutritional research in Keneba and the surrounding villages for over 60 years. Although the location of
the Unit is remote and rural. Considering its location. Keneba has excellent laboratory and other facilities necessary for high¬
quality field research and the delivery of a comprehensive primary health care service.The Research Clinician/Head of Clinical Services will have dual responsibility for participating fully in the research agenda
of the Nutrition Programme and will also take responsibility
for the Clinical Services in Keneba as the Head of Clinical Services.
We seek someone with:
MB. BS.
Minimum of FWACP Part 1 or equivalent in Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
Record of publications in peer-reviewed journals
Practical experience of health research in developing
Countries
Experience of staff management
Excellent written and spoken English
Good IT skills (Microsoft Word. Excel. Access)
Commitment to working in a multi-disciplinary team
Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written
Communication skills
A flexible and well-organized approach to work arid
An ability to meet deadlines
Ability to deal sensitively with patients
Attentiveness to detail
Excellent organizational skills
Willingness to be on-call and work outside the normal working hours
Willingness to live in a remote rural location
Although not essential. FWACP Part 2 would be an advantage Salary will be in Occupational Group E1/E2 dependent on
qualifications and experience. The salary for Occupational Group E1 is within the range 662.544
Dalasis per annum - 911.549 Dalasis per annum which converts to £14.723- £20.257 per annum before tax and £11.390 - £15.590 perannum after tax. The successful candidate with their FWACP
Part 2 will be in Occupational Group E2. The minimum salary for Occupational Group E2 is 929.336 Dalasis per annum before
tax and 722912 Dalasis per annum after tax. This converts to £15.890 per annum after tax. The point on the E2 scale is
dependent on experience. Please note that the salary package is paid in Dalasis and the sterling figure quoted is just given as a guide. For displaced staff the package will include rent-free
furnished accommodation. Flights. Contribution to school fees and shipment of personal effects
The appointment will be for 3 years in the first instance.
If you are interested and feel you have the qualities. Skills and experience for this position please contact the Human
Resources Office to obtain an MRC Application Form and a copy of the Job Description. Completed application forms.
Together with copies of qualifications and a recent CV. should
be sent to:
Human Resource Office:
Vacancy lor: Research Clinician/Head 01 Clinical Services
MRC Unit. The Gambia
P. O. Box 273 Banjul.
The Gambia. West Africa.
Telephone: 00220 4495442-B & 00220 4494072-9
E-mail: hr@mrc.gm
This post is being re-advertised. Applicants that have applied
before need not reapply.
The closing date for the receipt 01 applications is 9th August 2011.
MRC is an equal opportunities employer and operates a
strict no smoking policy.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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