Vacancy at Medical Research Council

The MRC Unit, The Gambia is the Medical Research Council‘s largest establishment conducting

laboratory, field based and clinical research in a developing country.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Senior Scientific Officer (VIDA)

• Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for appointment as a Senior Scientific Officer for the Study. The post-holder will be based at MRC Falara and will be responsible for the molecular aspects of the VIDA study.


• S/he will be assigned other tasks within the molecular microbiology laboratory and will be required to assist with the management of other team members within the molecular microbiology laboratory.

Requirements

Essential:

• A PhD in molecular Biology/Microbiology or equivalent,


• At least 2 years research experience in molecular microbiology research


• Hands on experience with real time PCR. quantitation using the TaqMan Array Cards (TAC), multiplex PCR, pathogen genomics, bioinformatics.


• Experience with bacteriologic culture of diarrheal pathogens and immunoassays for the detection of Giardia, Entamoeba and Crytosporidium.


• A strong track record of publication in peer reviewed journals,


• Ability to supervise staff, ensuring that high standards are maintained at all times.


• Willingness to work outside working hours when required according to sample delivery.


• Excellent written and spoken English.


• Good communication skills including scientific discussion and writing.


• Experience with computer-based analyses and presentation of experimental data.

Desirable:

• MSc in Molecular Biology/Microbiology.


• Demonstrated ability to conduct demanding laboratory work in a productive and disciplined manner.


• Ability to work co-operatively in a diverse team.


• Experience of working according to ICH-GCP.


• Practical experience working in large multi-center studies.


• Practical experience with performing EQAs.


• Practical experience working in a developing country,


• Experience in writing SOP for laboratory procedures.


• Record of publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals.

Remuneration and Important Information

• The salary will be paid in Grade 2 of MRC Unit, The Gambia’s payscaleat a gross monthly salary of 71, 223 Dalasi and net monthly salary of 59, 977 Dalasi, This converts to a gross salary of $1, 780 and a net pay of $1, 499 approximately per month using the prevailing Dalasi/U$D exchange rate.


• Note: The salary will be paid in Dalasi and that the USC) figure quoted is only given as a guide,


• For displaced staff the package will include rent, free furnished accommodation, flights, displacement allowance for spouse and children, contribution to school fees and shipment of personal effects.


• The appointment is for 2 years and is subject to a probationary period of six months,

Method of Application