Opportunities at the UK Department for International Development (DFID) for Senior Research Fellows
Location: London, United Kingdom
Organisation: Department for International Development (DFID)
Closing Date: 26 September 2008


DFID is seeking to recruit leading scientists, academics and researchers in various fields of the natural and social sciences to serve as Senior Research Fellows in the design and execution of
research programmes under its new research strategy.

These positions will be on a fixed-term or secondment basis for periods between 6 months and 2 years on a range of part and full-time contractual terms. You will be expected to retain your existing institutional affiliation and take up the appointment between Autumn 2008 and Summer 2009.

Responsibilities
The Senior Research Fellows will provide scientific leadership for DFID's research priorities and assist with DFID's engagement with the science, academic and policy research communities in international development and across UK government. Senior Research Fellows will
contribute to DFID's efforts to enhance the relevance of research and maximise its impact on development policy and practice.

Experience Required
DFID is seeking expressions of interest with a view to recruiting Senior Research Fellows to work on specific tasks to be agreed in the following fields:

Growth: economic policy and performance; investment and innovation; firm behaviour; trade policy; financial development; infrastructure and growth; private sector development; Sustainable agriculture: natural resources management; agricultural productivity, crop breeding technologies including biotechnology; agricultural markets; plant science; bio-fuels for developing countries
Climate change: climate science; low carbon growth paths and technologies; carbon markets; carbon capture and storage; local level adaptation strategies; ecosystems Health and education: service delivery; health systems and financing; poverty and nutrition; drugs and vaccines for chronic and infectious diseases; maternal mortality; health and climate change; educational quality, access and results; education and growth Governance in challenging environments: conflict, state fragility and social cohesion; social exclusion and inequality; state-building; migration New and emerging technologies: nanotechnology; role of systems biology in development; rapid diagnostic devices; information and communications technology; advanced energy technologies for developing
countries

Salary Benefits
A competitive salary will be offered commensurate with current position and experience.

Application Procedure
Further job particulars will be available from the 1st September. To have the job particulars sent directly to you, please register your interest by sending your contact details to
DFIDrecruitment8@dfid.gov.uk. Completed applications should be returned no later than 26 September 2008.

DFID is an equal opportunities employer. Applications are welcomed from all parts of the community and we actively encourage interest from women, ethnic minority groups, those with a disability and those from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender communities. Selection is on merit. Candidates should be UK nationals, nationals of a member state of the European Economic Area (EEA), Swiss or Turkish Nationals or Commonwealth citizens with the right to work in the UK.

Contact Details
For further information about DFID please visit our website www.dfid.gov.uk

Job Opportunity
Vacancy Notice No: HQ/08/HQ/HTM/FT740
Title: Coordinator, Vector Control and Prevention (VCP)
Grade: P-6
Contract type: Fixed-term appointment
Duration of contract: 2 years (limited duration)
Date: 20 August 2008
Deadline for application : 3 September 2008
Duty Station: Geneva Switzerland
Organization unit: HQ/HTM HIV/AIDS, TB and
Neglected Tropical Diseases (HQ/HTM) /
HQ/GMP Global Malaria Programme (HQ/GMP)VCP

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME:

The objectives of the Global Malaria Programme are to facilitate access of populations at risk to effective treatment of malaria; to promote the application of preventive measures against malaria for populations at risk; to build capacity for malaria control; to strengthen malaria surveillance systems, and the monitoring and evaluation of malaria control.

The mission of the Vector Control and Prevention Team is to maintain, update and promote evidence-based and consensus-based recommendations, norms and standards for malaria prevention, and to stimulate the development and testing of new technologies, tools and guidelines for malaria control.

Description of duties:

To plan, direct and coordinate the work of a highly specialized technical and scientific team focusing on Malaria Vector Control interventions and projects. The incumbent works closely with other teams within GMP as well as Malaria Units and Vector Biology and Control units in the Regional Offices to ensure coordinated action.

To liaise and coordinate with other WHO technical areas to provide authoritative expertise and participate in the development of technical strategies, programmes and projects across the Organization.

To direct and/or participate in the development and implementation of new/revised policies, standards, norms and guidelines and promote the acceptance of new malaria control vector norms by all partners based on evidence and technical consensus.

Together with the Director GMP, to coordinate fund raising efforts of GMP.

To ensure the quality of publications, documents, reports and/or databases on technical and strategic issues in malaria vector control.

To allocate and monitor the use of resources, guide, supervise and evaluate staff, promote long term staff development and develop technical and/or administrative solutions in response to new and evolving challenges in the WHO working environment.

To provide technical advice, expertise and ongoing liaison to the RBM Partnership through its Secretariat and other Partners in the development and communication of effective technical approaches to Malaria Vector Control.

To oversee the development of VCP work plans to advocate state-of-the-art and excellence in the field, critically monitoring and assessing performance and results, and demonstrated value, anticipating challenges and recommending further activities and resolving problems, including participation in the departmental strategic planning, management, guiding and motivating staff members at headquarters and in countries, spearheading and encouraging exchanges of information and common understanding within the department, team, WHO

Regional and Country offices, Roll Back Malaria Partnership, academic and research institutions to ensure close collaboration and coordination of Malaria Vector Control activities in a proactive manner.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Essential: Medical Degree and/or postgraduate degree in entomology.

Desirable: Degree or postgraduate training in epidemiology, molecular biology, biochemistry or public health.

Skills:

Thorough knowledge of malaria, medical entomology, and integrated vector management, complemented by demonstrated knowledge of current methods for research on malaria vectors and insecticides, as well as methods for the assessment and management of insecticide resistance and vector bionomics.

Computer literacy. Excellent presentation skills.

Experience:

Essential: Extensive experience in research on malaria vector entomology and vector control in endemic control.

Extensive field experience in operational vector control in endemic countries. Extensive experience in collaboration with the industry on the development of new products, especially long-lasting insecticidal nets and transfers of technologies.

Considerable experience in WHO including leadership and managerial experience.

Desirable: Experience at national or international levels in malaria vector control. Experience in leading national projects/programmes in the field of malaria prevention and control, and assessing their impact on public health, preferably in developing countries.

Languages:

Excellent knowledge of English or French with a (good) working knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of another WHO official language an asset.

Additional Information:

Only on-line applications will be accepted. Similar posts may be filled from this vacancy notice. A written test and/or oral presentation may be used as a form of screening.

Please refer to the WHO competency model on our website: http://www.who.int/employment/competencies/en/index.html

Annual salary: (Net of tax)

89129US$ at single rate
96427US$ with primary dependants

Post Adjustment: 92 % of the above figure(s). This percentage is to be considered as indicative since variations may occur each month either upwards or downwards due to currency exchange rate fluctuations or inflation.

A written test and interviews may be used as a form of screening Online applications are strongly encouraged to enable WHO to store your profile in a permanent database.

Please visit WHO’s e-Recruitment website at: www.who.int/employment.  The system provides instructions for online application procedures.

All applicants are encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement.

Applications from women and from nationals of non- and under-represented member states are particularly encouraged.

Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.

Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

Currently accepting applications

WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or other tobacco users.

Medical Research Council Laboratories
The Gambia

Malaria Epidemiologist
3 Years extendable by mutual agreement
£35,282 - £43,182 per annum
Deadline: 26th September 2008

For 60 years now, MRC in The Gambia has been carrying out internationally competitive research on Malaria, Bacterial and Viral Diseases.  As a leading research centre in sub-Saharan Africa, our reputation is exceptional and we continue to push forward into new and challenging areas. 

We are seeking to appoint a senior scientist to further develop the epidemiological research within the Malaria Programme. In this position you would work with the Head of Programme on the future strategic direction of malaria research and control in The Gambia and the sub-region. This includes research on the potential for elimination of the disease from particular areas.

You will have a first degree in science or medicine, a PhD in epidemiology or modelling of biological or health systems and preferably an MSc in epidemiology or statistics. You’ll have substantial experience of statistical and other model-based analyses of empirical data, and it will be advantageous to have had significant malaria research experience.  A working knowledge of French would be an asset.

You will be an effective communicator with demonstrated potential for working in a diverse team that includes academic, governmental and NGO partners.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and will be within the range £35,282 - £43,182 per annum. The package also includes generous overseas allowances, furnished accommodation, flights and other benefits.

For further information and to apply, please visit our website: http//jobs.mrc.ac.uk If you do not have internet access or experience technical difficulties, please call + 44 1793 301049 quoting reference GAM08/415 (Malaria Epidemiologist). For on line applications please attach a CV and covering letter.

Closing date: 26th September 2008

For further information about MRC UK visit www.mrc.ac.uk and for MRC Gambia www.mrc.gm

Medical Research Council Laboratories
The Gambia
Job title:         Malaria Epidemiologist (Band 3 International Scientist)

1. Introduction:

Established over 50 years ago, the Medical Research Council Laboratories in The Gambia represents the UK’s major public investment in medical research in developing countries and has established an international reputation for research on malaria, viral and bacterial diseases. The overall goal of the Unit is to improve the health of people in developing countries by aiming for excellence in research, healthcare and training. The research programme of the Unit spans basic scientific research (immunology, microbiology, virology and molecular biology), clinical studies, large epidemiological studies and intervention trials, and translational research. The field and laboratory-based work draws on excellent research and clinical facilities and attracts international funding.  The Unit has an established staff complement of about 200 scientists, clinicians and senior administrative staff from many parts of the world, as well as hosting many visiting researchers, and over 500 support staff.  There are also field stations upcountry – Basse, Farafenni, Keneba, Walikunda (in The Gambia) and Caio (in Guinea Bissau) - each in a different ecological setting, providing varied research opportunities. 
The Unit’s programme of research on malaria underwent a major reformulation three years ago, and now involves a dynamic team of scientists with experience in different disciplines. There is strong laboratory research focus on molecular parasitology, immunology, diagnostics and entomology, integrated with excellent clinical and community-based interventional research. There is an exceptional opportunity for an epidemiologist with strong analytical and/or modelling skills.
Malaria in The Gambia has substantially declined in incidence since 2003, allowing a new focus on research into the changing epidemiology and its implications for the host-parasite relationship and for delivery of interventions. Exciting opportunities for new laboratory and interventional investigations are available, and the potential for elimination of malaria is being explored with our partners including the National Malaria Control Programme, CIAM – Public Health Research & Development Centre (a Public Health NGO), and colleagues in other West African countries.

2. Grade:

The post-holder will be at Band 3 of the International Scientist scale.

3. Purpose of the Job:

To develop epidemiological research in the Malaria Programme of the MRC Unit based in The Gambia, relating to a recently changing incidence and to new interventional tools being evaluated and/or introduced. The work aims towards substantially reducing malaria in West Africa.
To apply statistical and/or mathematical modelling approaches, and potentially other innovative methods, that can advance understanding of changes in the epidemiology of malaria in The Gambia and in the West African region, and that can evaluate new interventions.
The post includes a leadership responsibility to train, manage, and advise other staff and visiting scientists in epidemiological analyses relating to different aspects of malaria research and control. The post holder will help the Head of the Malaria Research Programme develop strategic plans to impact on the future direction of MRC funded malaria research in The Gambia and the West African region. There will be responsibility for working with staff engaged in other existing projects within the Malaria Programme, as well as visiting scientists and external collaborators.

4. Role:

The post holder will have a base at the main MRC research site in Fajara. Innovative new projects may be based at any part of the country, including areas near the MRC sites in Farafenni or Basse where malaria incidence has recently been higher, so the post holder could spend periods working in these areas. Development of partnerships with colleagues in neighbouring countries (particularly Senegal and Guinea Bissau) or larger countries in the region (particularly Nigeria) is a major opportunity, so travel and effective interaction across national boundaries is a potentially important part of a developing role.
He/she will

1. Have a major responsibility for designing and performing epidemiological studies on Malaria in The Gambia
2. Take a leading role in epidemiological aspects of collaborative studies with partners in  other West African countries
3. Support the training of scientists in MRC Gambia and from elsewhere in the West African region in the fundamentals of epidemiology
4. Interact collaboratively with the Unit statisticians to develop methods and analytical capacity in the Unit
5. Develop research proposals that can competitively attract new funding, involving collaboration with colleagues at MRC, CIAM, NMCP and elsewhere as appropriate
6. Help explore epidemiological applications of other work in the Unit, potentially ranging from large-scale population-based molecular investigations of malaria (including human and parasite genetics, proteomics, and new diagnostics or biomarkers) to health systems research in the context of malaria elimination initiatives
7. Work closely with other staff, visiting scientists, and collaborators elsewhere engaged in malaria research, developing an advisory or supportive role in such studies under the direction of the Head of Malaria Research

5. Relationships:

The post holder is a full-time member of the MRC staff.
The post holder reports to Dr David Conway as Head of the Malaria Research Programme.
The Unit Director is Professor Tumani Corrah.

6. Length of appointment:

The appointment will be for 3 years, with a probationary period of one year.

 7.  Appraisals:

Appraisals are held at least annually.

8.  Any other duties:

To carry out any other duties consistent with the remit and level of the Band 3 scientist post.

Person Specification

Malaria Epidemiologist (Band 3 International Scientist)
 

1.         Education and training

First degree in Science or Medicine

PhD in Epidemiology or modelling of biological or health systems

A Masters degree in Epidemiology or Statistics would be an advantage

2.         Experience and job related knowledge

 Considerable research experience post PhD, including research on malaria

Scientific productivity as evident in substantial publications arising from previous work

Ability to supervise staff and students, with evidence of high standards achieved

Potential for management and leadership of a significant area of research within a multi-disciplinary research programme

3.         Abilities and aptitudes

Substantial experience with statistical and other model-based analyses of empirical data, and presentation of complex findings to a general scientific community

Excellent communication skills including scientific discussion and writing

Ability to manage work efficiently and work co-operatively within in a diverse team

Knowledge and ability to communicate in French would be an advantage

 4.   Other

Natural ability and aptitude to work outside normal working hours when necessary

Ability and interest to travel in The Gambia and elsewhere in West Africa

Employment Opportunity at AMANET
Vacancy: Clinical Trials Coordinator
Location: Dar-Es-Salaam, Tanzania
Application Deadline: 1 September 2008

The African Malaria Network Trust (AMANET) is a pan-African non-profit institution whose mission is to promote capacity strengthening, performance and impact of African malaria R & D institutions. The Trust was incorporated in Tanzania on 14th March 2002.

Currently AMANET undertakes short- and long-term training of African malaria researchers, infrastructure improvement, equipping research institutions, and sponsorship of clinical and field trials of candidate malaria intervention tools.

AMANET is pleased to invite applications from suitable candidates for a position of Clinical Trials Coordinator to be based at the AMANET Secretariat in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

Purpose of the Job

The Clinical Trials Coordinator (CTC) shall be responsible for AMANET sponsored clinical trials, and therefore the principal advisor to the Managing Trustee (MT) on all matters relating to clinical trials, including their planning, execution, monitoring and evaluation.

Job Description

• Planning and coordinating clinical trials following ICH/GCP and other international regulations;
• Overseeing the designing and preparation of trial protocols, investigators’ brochures, informed consent statements, reference manuals, etc;
• Ensuring compliance to applicable international regulations for all clinical trials  and AMANET’s observance of sponsor responsibilities;
• Implementation and supervision of Project Managers, Clinical Monitors to ensure  adherence to trial protocols and programme activities;
• Supervising AMANET trials across Africa and ensure adequate capacity for clinical trials is attained;
• Supervising several professional Secretariat staff members;
• Preparing  and follow up of minutes of the Expert Committees;
• Supervision of filing regulatory and ethics review documents;
• Maintenance of AMANET’s quality assurance programme up to standard including, but not limited to, preparing & reviewing of SOPs, and coordination of external audits , Representing AMANET interests to stakeholders;
• Developing funding proposals;
• Provide interface between AMANET and key external contacts and collaborators including product developers, contract research organizations and research associates
• Undertaking any other duties as assigned by the Managing Trustee.

Qualifications

• MD or equivalent medical degree, a postgraduate degree (at least MSc or equivalent, preferably PhD in community or public health, clinical research, epidemiology, paediatrics, tropical medicine, communicable diseases, biostatistics or similar area of specialization);  
• Postgraduate training in clinical research and / or product development is essential;
• Computer skills are essential as is solid  knowledge and experience with ICH/GCP together with other international biomedical research guidelines; 
• Demonstrable competence as team player with good interpersonal skills;
• Strong experience in project/programme management with a verifiable record;
• Familiarity with health research ethics issues in African settings is desirable;
• Previous training and experience in carrying out and monitoring clinical and field trials of interventions is required; and
• Experience in research supervision and knowledge of French are added advantages.

Remuneration:
The successful candidate will be based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania and offered an attractive and highly competitive international salary based on qualifications and experience.

How to apply
If you meet the above criteria, submit by e-mail an application letter with a detailed CV, which should also show your contacts (including e-mail addresses) and names and addresses of three professional /work and personal / study related referees.

Also attach copies of other essential documents e.g. certificates, testimonials, etc. Your application should be received on or before 1st September 2008 and should be sent to:
 
The Managing Trustee,
African Malaria Network Trust,
Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology Building,
P.O. Box 33207,
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Email: vacancy@amanet-trust.org
Website: www.amanet-trust.org

Re-advertisement: Employment Opportunities: New Jobs at TDR

Following the launch of its new strategy and the biggest reconfiguration in its 30 year history, TDR is recruiting the following fixed term positions. All positions are based in Geneva, Switzerland.

TDR is organized in several functional areas:

Research for Neglected Priorities (11 posts advertised) consisting of a series of business lines addressing focused research activities with the goal of partnering with global research expertise to address research on neglected priority needs, delivering enhanced access to superior interventions addressing infectious diseases of poverty;

Empowerment (4 posts advertised), which aims to develop excellence and leadership in health research and decision-making so that institutional and national systems can identify and manage research priorities; Stewardship (2 posts advertised), which is oriented to facilitating and fostering knowledge management, needs assessment, priority setting and progress analysis on infectious diseases of poverty, providing a neutral platform for stakeholders to discuss and harmonize activities;

Portfolio Policy and Development (2 posts advertised), with the goal of leading operational policy, strategic monitoring and review of the programme portfolio, developing partnering frameworks, and incubates new ideas and research initiatives; and

Programme Related Support (5 posts advertised) which supports the Programme with optimal business processes and development, effective negotiation and communication with partners.

For more information consult the WHO/TDR website:

http://www.who.int/tdr/about/new_jobs_june08.htm

Applications must be made on-line through the WHO website http://www.who.int/employment/vacancies/en/, where the detailed job descriptions can be found. Links for each position are provided in the list below.

The deadline for receipt of applications for all positions is 1 August 2008.

Candidates from disease endemic countries and those who have worked in disease endemic countries are encouraged to apply.

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Medicines for Malaria Venture - MMV seeks to hire

A Director Clinical Science - Geneva
Medicines for Malaria Venture (MMV) was established in 1999 as a partnership between the public and private sector to discover, develop and deliver new antimalarial drugs at prices affordable to developing countries with a view to ultimately eradicate this terrible disease.
MMV is based in Geneva as an independent not-for-profit Swiss Foundation. It has an entrepreneurial modus operandi and has established a new business model through which it selects and manages its R&D portfolio.
We are looking for a talented Director Clinical Science to join our scientific staff and contribute to the impact of our scientific programmes.
Primary Duties and responsibilities:

1. Understand the regulatory environment: Know and respect the regulations surrounding the primary activities of the clinical development projects.
2. Management of Drug Safety: Insure that the clinical teams handling of all AE’s and SAE’s is according to ICH standards.
3. Medical and Scientific: Provide medical input to ensure the scientific quality of the clinical programs.
4. Resource Utilization: Operate within time and budget constraints of the clinical program.
5. People Development: Work in collaboration with the Medical Director to assist the clinical development team to enhance skills of all members of the team.
6. Effective communication: Communicate project related information including the planning and execution of meetings and presentations.
7. Coordination and completion of scientific documents to include protocols, clinical study reports, other regulatory documents, ESAC reports and the MMV Annual Report.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. MD, or MD/PhD with at least 3 to 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
2. Knowledge of patient care charts and patient histories.
3. Knowledge of randomized controlled clinical trials principles, methodology, and procedures.
4. Knowledge of adverse medical event investigation, analysis, and reporting procedures and standards.
5. Knowledge of FDA and EMEA regulatory requirements and ICH/GCP guidelines is preferred.
6. Knowledge of federal and state regulations and guidelines pertaining to the conduct of clinical trials on human subjects.
7. Knowledge of statistical data collection, editing, validation, and analysis techniques.
8. Ability to supervise Clinical Research Organizations, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
9. Knowledge of current and developing trends and standards in clinical trials monitoring.
10. Knowledge of industrial standards as applied to good clinical practices and good laboratory practices.
11. Knowledge of the infrastructure and operational characteristics of contract research organizations and centralized clinical laboratories
12. Ability to independently develop novel concepts and techniques in clinical research monitoring.
13. Ability to develop and implement clinical research monitoring plans and standard operating procedures.
14. Ability to establish data collection and management guidelines.
15. Ability to provide technical advice, guidance, and support to professional staff in area of specialty.
16. Ability to communicate and interact competently and professionally at all levels within a broad, complex clinical research environment.

Specific skills required:

1. Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills and strong organizational skills.
2. Must be detail oriented, have the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously and the ability to work independently and in a matrix team environment.
3. Must be dedicated to quality and reliability in all work tasks.
4. Must have self-motivation, eagerness to grow professionally and commitment to self-development.
5. Must be fluent in English, other languages used in Africa as French and/or Portuguese are welcome.
6. Proficiency with computers (PC-Windows preferred).
7. Willingness to travel (up to 50%) as necessary, consistent with the project needs. 

Candidates fulfilling the above requirements should send their application dossier with a recent photograph to: Human Resources Department
MMV, case postale 1826
1215 Geneva 15
                or by email to: jobs@mmv.org.

Deadline for applications: July 31st 2008

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Medicines for Malaria Venture - MMV seeks to hire

An Associate Director Translational Medicine & Drug Development - Geneva
Medicines for Malaria Venture (MMV) was established in 1999 as a partnership between the public and private sector to discover, develop and deliver new antimalarial drugs at prices affordable to developing countries with a view to ultimately eradicate this terrible disease.
MMV is based in Geneva as an independent not-for-profit Swiss Foundation. It has an entrepreneurial modus operandi and has established a new business model through which it selects and manages its R&D portfolio.
We are looking for a talented Associate Director Translational Medicine and Drug Development to join our scientific staff and contribute to the impact of our scientific programmes.
Primary Duties and responsibilities:

1. Assume responsibility for project from candidate declaration to end of phase I.
2. Formulate development project plans in collaboration with clinical development departments
3. Ensure that translational projects meet TPP requirements
4. Assist the Expert Scientific Advisory Committee -ESAC- in selection of development projects; proactively create new partnerships developing new medicines.
5. Review assessment reports to support candidate selection.
6. Collect and provide information to support project progress to phase and human exposure
7. Ensure that IMP is manufactured to GMP specifications.
8. Ensure that animal studies and clinical trials are conducted under GLP / GCP standards and are sufficient to achieve product registration.
9. Evaluate and select CROs for conduct of preclinical and clinical activities.
10. Controls project budget and timeframe: negotiate and monitor partner contracts to provide cost effectiveness.
11. Ensure all reports and data are obtained from partners in a timely manner, and are stored in EPM system.
12. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. PhD and/or MD with experience in, biochemistry, toxicology, parasitology/infectious diseases background is an asset
2. Project management and leadership experience in preclinical and early clinical development; at least 5 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
3. Knowledge of regulatory framework (GMP, GCP and GLP).
4. Experience in overseeing manufacturing of investigational medicinal product (IMP)
5. Ability to make evaluative judgments.
6. Demonstrated ability to plan research activities to achieve project goals and objectives.
7. Ability to provide technical advice, guidance, and support to professional staff in area of specialty.
8. Ability to develop and deliver both oral and written presentations at an international conference level.
9. Ability to communicate and interact competently and professionally at all levels within a broad, complex clinical and research environment.
10. Ability to communicate with opinion leaders

Specific skills required:

1. Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills and strong organizational skills.
2. Must be detail oriented, have the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously and the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
3. Must be dedicated to quality and reliability in all work tasks.
4. Must have self-motivation, eagerness to grow professionally and commitment to self-development.
5. Knowledge of FDA and EMEA regulatory requirements and ICH/GCP guidelines.
6. Proficiency with computers (PC-Windows based Microsoft programmes preferred).
7. Willingness to travel as necessary, consistent with the project needs.
8. Spoken and written English, knowledge of French and other languages important.

Candidates fulfilling the above requirements should send their application dossier with a recent photograph to: Human Resources Department
MMV, case postale 1826
1215 Geneva 15
                or by email to: jobs@mmv.org.

Deadline for applications: July 31st  2008

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Medicines for Malaria Venture - MMV seeks to hire

An Associate Director Drug Discovery - Geneva
Medicines for Malaria Venture (MMV) was established in 1999 as a partnership between the public and private sector to discover, develop and deliver new antimalarial drugs at prices affordable to developing countries with a view to ultimately eradicate this terrible disease.
MMV is based in Geneva as an independent not-for-profit Swiss Foundation. It has an entrepreneurial modus operandi and has established a new business model through which it selects and manages its R&D portfolio.
We are looking for a talented Associate Director Drug Discovery to join our scientific staff and contribute to the impact of our scientific programmes.
Primary Duties and responsibilities:

1. Assume responsibility for the application of biological method development and process optimization for the rapid lead discovery and optimization of clinical drug candidates.
2. Enhance the quality of leads by the target assay development and preclinical profiling data through the application of computational chemistry.
3. Provide analysis expertise to support decision making for lead candidates selections.
4. Identify new biological targets and support their development for utilization in identification of new drug candidates.
5. Understand the physicochemical properties of new chemical entities and implement formulation’s strategies to maximize the bioavailability/ exposure in Pharmacology and Toxicology studies.
6. Using conventional and high throughput technologies provide pre-formulation data, while utilizing very small amounts of drug substance.
7. Develop formulations for pharmacology and toxicology studies.
8. Write Developability Assessment report to support compound selection.
9. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. PhD and/or MD in biology; at least 5 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
2. Knowledge of drug target assay design and screening.
3. Experience of medicinal chemistry and drug screening is important. Previous experience of infectious disease would be an advantage.
4. Ability to make evaluative judgments.
5. Ability to develop and deliver both oral and written presentations at an international conference level.
6. Demonstrated ability to plan research activities to achieve project goals and objectives.
7. Knowledge of laboratory certification standards and processes.
8. Ability to provide technical advice, guidance, and support to professional staff in area of specialty.
9. Ability to communicate and interact competently and professionally at all levels within a broad, complex clinical and research environment.
10. Knowledge of database concepts, and formats. 

Specific skills required:

1. Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills and strong organizational skills.
2. Must be detail oriented, have the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously and the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
3. Must be dedicated to quality and reliability in all work tasks.
4. Must have self-motivation, eagerness to grow professionally and commitment to self-development.
5. Knowledge of FDA and EMEA regulatory requirements and ICH/GCP guidelines.
6. Proficiency with computers (PC-Windows based Microsoft programmes preferred).
7. Willingness to travel as necessary, consistent with the project needs.
8. Spoken and written English, knowledge of other languages important.

Candidates fulfilling the above requirements should send their application dossier with a recent photograph to: Human Resources Department
MMV, case postale 1826
1215 Geneva 15
                or by email to: jobs@mmv.org.

Deadline for applications: July 31st 2008

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Research Assistant 
Closing date for applications: 22 June 2008
Interviews will be held during 1 – 11 July 2008
www.kit.nl
The Royal Tropical Institute, Department of Biomedical Research, section Parasitology wants to expand its research programme in the field of protozoan parasites, in particular in the field of trypanosomiasis, leishmaniasis and malaria. The Parasitology Research Group is looking for a Research Assistant/Technician. The primary objective of the group is to conduct research towards the development, evaluation and implementation of new diagnostic tools, improved treatment and understanding the basis of drug resistance of protozoan parasites.

This post will assume primary responsibility for culturing protozoan parasites, to perform RNA/DNA extractions and amplifications, to set-up genetic characterizations of parasites and to assist in test development, including serology.  More information can obtained by contacting Dr. Henk Schallig, research coordinator parasitology: h.schallig@kit.nl

Scientist (Post-doc)
Closing date for applications: 22 June 2008
Interviews will be held during 1 – 11 July 2008
www.kit.nl
The Royal Tropical Institute, Department of Biomedical Research, section Parasitology wants to expand its research programme in the field of protozoan parasites, in particular in the field of trypanosomiasis, leishmaniasis and malaria. The Parasitology Research Group is looking for a Scientist (Post-doc). The primary objective of the group is to conduct research towards the development, evaluation and implementation of new diagnostic tools, improved treatment and understanding the basis of drug resistance of protozoan parasites.

The primary responsibility of the applicant is initiating research towards novel assays, technology and reagents for improving diagnosis of protozoan infections and studying mechanisms underlying drug resistance. The candidate is capable of developing its own research line within the targets of the research group and will actively seek funding for the research activities. The applicant will assist the research coordinator in his management duties and will also play a key part in the smooth running of research team. This role could progress to include supervisory responsibilities as the team expands. More information can be obtained by contacting Dr. Henk Schallig, research coordinator parasitology: h.schallig@kit.nl

Public Health Specialist
Malaria Consortium Nigeria

Background
Malaria Consortium is a leading international organisation working in Africa and Asia as well as at global level on communicable disease control. Malaria Consortium manages a large number of communicable disease projects in a number of countries. These projects range from technical support at central government level to direct implementation of projects for the control of malaria, tuberculosis, diarrhoeal diseases and neglected tropical diseases at district and community levels.

Malaria Consortium recently won a large-scale, £50 million DFID-funded five year, comprehensive malaria control programme in Nigeria. Malaria Consortium is seeking a dynamic individual with extensive experience of malaria control to be the lead technical person in this exciting, innovative and influential new public-private partnership programme in Nigeria.

Key roles and responsibilities

• Be responsible for all technical inputs on malaria, particularly treatment, to the project
• Work with Malaria Consortium technical team to refine project strategies, develop plans, and coordinate technical monitoring, evaluation and operational research
• Technically support FMoH in the development of malaria policies, strategies, implementation plans and training materials, particularly on treatment
• Ensure project, NMCP and states link malaria control activities within a health systems strengthening approach
• Design and oversee the implementation of malaria case management training programmes for the public and private sectors, including for patent medicine vendors
• Put in place quality assurance procedures and monitoring systems for case management strengthening
• Provide technical inputs to the commercial sector pharmaceutical partnership on malaria treatment issues
• Support NMCP and states implement and monitor intermittent preventive therapy for pregnant women
• Oversee routine and campaign distributions of long-lasting insecticide treated nets
• Represent Malaria Consortium and the project on malaria technical working groups

Line manager: Programme Director

Location: Abuja, Nigeria and frequent in-country travel and occasional international travel

Skills and experience:

• Medical degree and postgraduate qualification in international health or related discipline
• Minimum of ten years experience in malaria control in Africa, including some at international level
• Proven technical skills in malaria, including malaria case management
• Experience and understanding of working with Ministries of Health in policy and strategy formulation
• Experience of training health workers, preferably both public and private sector (formal and informal)
• Experience and understanding of Nigerian context (desirable)
• Significant experience in project management
• Excellent writing and presentation skills

A competitive package and long term contract will be provided to the successful candidate.

For more details please see www.malariaconsortium.org

A CV with a 2 side covering letter should be submitted by email to Ian Gavin at i.gavin@malariaconsortium.org by Monday 12th May 2008.

Staff Scientist – MAL1598
Closing date for applications: 25 April 2008
Interviews will be held during the week of 12 May 2008
www.sanger.ac.uk
The Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute has an expanding scientific programme dedicated to using natural and experimental genetics to understand the role of genes in health and disease. Team 115, part of the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute Malaria Programme, is looking for a Staff Scientist. The primary objective of Team 115 is to understand how variation in the genome of the major human malaria parasite, Plasmodium falciparum, impacts parasite biology and clinical outcomes.

The primary responsibility of this role is lab bench based, developing, in association with other members of team 115, novel assays, technology and reagents for investigating P. falciparum biology. The applicant will then play the lead role in applying these approaches to research projects aimed at understanding the impact of sequence variation on malaria biology. The post will also play a key part in the smooth running of Team 115 and the rest of the Malaria Programme, including coordinating health and safety issues and ordering supplies and equipment. This role could progress to include supervisory responsibilities as the team expands. More information

Advanced Research Assistant – MAL1599 
Closing date for applications: 25 April 2008
Interviews will be held during the week of 12 May 2008
www.sanger.ac.uk
The Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute has an expanding scientific programme dedicated to using natural and experimental genetics to understand the role of genes in health and disease. Team 115, part of the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute Malaria Programme, is looking for an Advanced Research Assistant. The primary objective of Team 115 is to understand how variation in the genome of the major human malaria parasite, Plasmodium falciparum, impacts parasite biology and clinical outcomes.

This post will assume primary responsibility for culturing Plasmodium falciparum parasites for Team 115. Responsibilities will include contributing to the development and improvement of culture practises and protocols, maintaining strict quality control, and carefully documenting results. The post will also include responsibility for health and safety issues as they specifically relate to P. falciparum culture, and training other individuals in culture protocols as needed. The successful candidate will also play a role in developing novel phenotyping assays and will play the lead role in applying those assays to cultured P. falciparum parasites. This role could progress to include supervisory responsibilities as the team expands. More information

Secretariat Co-ordinator
Grade 7 Salary in the range of: £26,666 - £32,796 (pro rata)

University of Oxford
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
The Ethox Centre

We are seeking to appoint a Secretariat Co-ordinator to manage the initial releases of genomic data from the Malaria Genomic Epidemiology Network (MalariaGEN) project. MalariaGEN is an important consortium of researchers in 20 countries, including 14 study sites in malaria endemic countries. It aims to integrate the latest genomic and epidemiological knowledge and technology in the search for an effective malaria vaccine.

The genetic and epidemiological data generated during MalariaGEN's research may also be of great value in other forms of medical research so a mechanism is being developed for the release of MalariaGEN datasets to other legitimate researchers.

This exciting role combines research and practice in developing a system for managing the initial releases of MalariaGEN data. Using their in-depth understanding of ethical issues, the postholder will develop documentation and processes for data access applications and will review and analyse the outcomes of applications and uses made of data and report on their findings.

The successful candidate should possess a first degree and have substantial experience of working in ethics, biological/health sciences or other associated areas. They should also have an understanding of committee work and have the ability to be self starting and to the take the lead to drive initiatives forward.

This post is offered half-time for 1 year and is available immediately.

Further written information, which will contain details of the application procedure, is available from Stacey Bell (01865 289251) or by email to: personnel@dphpc.ox.ac.uk. Please quote the appropriate reference BY08004 in all enquiries.

The closing date for applications is 3 April 2008 and interviews will be held on 14 April 2008.

Project Manager for MIM Secretariat
Deadline for applications: 29 February 2008

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From January 2006 to December 2010, the African Malaria Network Trust (AMANET) Secretariat in Dar-Es-Salaam, Tanzania is hosting the Secretariat of the Multilateral Initiative on Malaria (MIM), which was based at Stockholm University/Karolinska Institutet in Stockholm from January 2003- December 2005. Prior to this the Secretariat was hosted in London, by the Wellcome Trust (October 1997- April 1999) and at Fogarty International Center (FIC) in USA (May 1999 - December 2002).

Established in 1997, MIM is an alliance of individuals, funding partners and four autonomous constituents comprising the MIM Secretariat, MIM/TDR, MIMCom and MR4. Its mission is to strengthen and sustain, through collaborative research and training, the capacity of malaria endemic countries in Africa to carry out research that is required to develop and improve tools for malaria control and to strengthen the research-control interphase.

Purpose of the Job
Assisting the MIM Secretariat Coordinator in day to day activities which include preparing and organizing MIM meetings, workshops, conferences and in particular the Pan African Malaria Conference (PAMC) due in November 2009.. S/he will assist in the preparation of proposals for fund raising especially for PAMC. The candidate will also deputize for the MIM Coordinator in her absence.

Job Description:

• Assisting in the day to day activities of the MIM Secretariat;
• Preparing essential documents for meetings and conferences;
• Assisting in the preparation of funding proposals and fund raising activities;
• Preparing conference calls, taking and keeping minutes;
• Assist in preparing the MIM Pan African Malaria Conference which will include:
• Calling, receiving and processing conference abstracts,
• Coordinating review of conference abstracts,
• Recruiting keynote speakers,
• Coordinating editing of keynote addresses,
• Setting, editing, and compiling the Conference Programme
• Coordinating travel and accommodation arrangements for participants
• Assist in preparing and organizing MIM workshops and seminars;
• Assist in preparing content for the MIM website;
• Carrying out any other duties as assigned by the MIM Coordinator;

Qualifications:

• Must possess at least a good basic university degree, a postgraduate degree  in public health or life sciences will be an added advantage;
• Proven track record in fundraising activities;
• Proven research experience in malaria;
• Good command of written and oral English, knowledge of French is an added advantage;
• Must be computer competent in office application software, including but not limited to word processing, spreadsheets, desktop publishing, power point, database and mainly project management;
• Prior intercultural exposure desirable;
• Candidate should be dynamic, multitasked, a team player with strong interpersonal skills.

 
Remuneration:
The successful candidate will be based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania and offered an attractive and highly competitive international salary based on qualifications and experience.

How to apply
If you meet the above criteria, submit by e-mail an application letter with a detailed CV, which should also show your contacts (including e-mail address) and names and addresses of three professional /work and personal / study related referees.

Also attach copies of other essential documents e.g. certificates, testimonials, etc. Your application should be received on or before 29 February 2008 and should be sent to:
 
The Managing Trustee,
African Malaria Network Trust,
Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology Building,
P.O. Box 33207,
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Email: vacancy@amanet-trust.org

WARN Programme Manager

NUFFIELD DEPARTMENT OF CLINICAL MEDICINE

Grade 8: Salary £33,779 - £40,335 pa

The Centre for Tropical Medicine supports medical research in developing countries including a number of large Networks and collaborative projects. The World Antimalaria Resistance Network (WARN) is currently being established with funds from the Gates Foundation. Network members are leading researchers in antimalarial resistance from across the world. The Network is being set up to create a truly global, comprehensive, and inclusive network, providing quality-assured information on antimalarial drug resistance. Over the next twelve months we need to define a clear structure for WARN and prepare a $40M Gates Foundation proposal to complete the set-up of this Network and secure its medium-term future.

The Project Manager will occupy a new post organising the information coming in from writing committees and finance officers for the Gates Foundation application. You will collate milestones, objectives and deliverables from this large and geographically dispersed group to ensure everything proceeds according to tight deadlines. You will also be a key figure in harmonizing the input from these groups to present the implementation plan required for the application. This will involve organising and attending meetings in countries in Africa, Asia, North and South America, and Europe as well as extensive email and phone communications. It is hoped that you will stay on to support the operations of the Network once established, subject to funding.

You will be highly organised and have experience working with international networks. You will also have experience of working on budgets and of working with people from a range of cultures. An ability to learn new software applications is essential and experience with MS Project is highly desirable.

This position is available for 12 months in the first instance with a five-year extension planned.

An application form and a job description are available from the Personnel Administrator, Room 5802, Nuffield Dept of Clinical Medicine, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, OX3 9DU (tel: 01865 221325, email: personnel@ndm.ox.ac.uk ), or from the web site http://www.ndm.ox.ac.uk/ndmjr/about/jobvacancies. Please quote the reference HB-08-005-CM. The closing date for applications is Friday 5 February 2008.

Title: Advocacy and Communications Advisor
Department: Malaria Control
Population Services International (PSI)
Location: Washington DC, USA
Posted: December 04, 2007
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Research Associate, Biological Sciences, The University of Edinburgh
Posted: October 22, 2007
Closing date: 7 November 2007
Vacancy reference: 3008069jw

We are seeking a postdoctoral scientist with excellent computer programming and quantitative skills to develop mathematical and computational models of the within-host dynamics of malaria co-infections.
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DNA Collections Manager, Genotyping and DNA Collections, Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute
Posted: October 22, 2007
Closing date for applications: 4th November 2007.

We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic individuals to man a versatile team working on large scale genetic studies of common disease in humans. Tasks are partitioned between handling large numbers of DNA samples including extraction from blood and high throughput genotyping. Our Facility operates both an Illumina and an Affymetrix genotyping platform.
More information

Senior Research Assistant, Genotyping and DNA Collections, Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute
Posted: October 22, 2007
Closing date for applications: 4th November 2007.

We are seeking an experienced individual in genotyping and / or sequencing with a strong interest in evaluating, implementing and optimising assays / methods. We use a variety of genotyping platforms including Illumina, Affymetrix and Sequenom. Areas of interest include optimisation of genotype call rates, minimising DNA consumption, and development of robust assays for copy number variants (CNVs) using MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry. We are also evaluating applications for isolating DNA for targeted resequencing of genomic regions of interest in multiple individuals. More information

Technical Assistant / Senior Technical Assistant - 2 posts, Genotyping and DNA Collections, Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute
Posted: October 22, 2007

We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic individuals to man a versatile team working on large scale genetic studies of common disease in humans. Tasks are partitioned between handling large numbers of DNA samples including extraction from blood and high throughput genotyping. Our Facility operates both an Illumina and an Affymetrix genotyping platform.
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The IAEA mosquito sterile insect technique project is seeking an individual to assist at the IAEA Siebersdorf laboratory (located outside Vienna, Austria) for a period of 6 months.
Posted: October 22, 2007

IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THE PERSON COMMENCE WORKING BEFORE THE END OF 2007. The primary qualification of this individual will be exceptional creativity, ability to realize concepts for equipment and processes and ability to work independently. They should have a background in biology with experience in mosquito culture a plus. A minimum of a bachelor's degree is required. The responsibilities can be negotiated based on experience and interest but could encompass describing the mating and life-table characteristics of sex-separation strains, creating such strains, devising and testing devices for mass production of mosquitoes and release methods. The individual will develop clear outcomes and criteria toward which they will work in collaboration with the principle investigator.
The salary will be provided as a flat amount. The individual must provide their own health insurance and taxes will not be withheld. No relocation payments will be provided. Laboratory communication is in English.

If you are interested, please contact Mark Benedict (mqbenedict@cdc.gov) and attach a CV to your e-mail.

Staff Scientist

Sanaria Inc. is a Rockville, Maryland based biotechnology company that is dedicated to the production of an attenuated sporozoite malaria vaccine. We currently have an opening for a Staff Scientist in our Entomology group.

The Staff Scientist will be a critical member of the team responsible for the production of aseptic mosquitoes used in the manufacturing of Sanaria's Plasmodium falciparum sporozoite malaria vaccine, the R & D team working to improve the manufacturing process and the team that manufactures the final vaccine. This individual will be expected to assume managerial and supervisory responsibilities.

Qualified candidates will have a recent Ph.D. in entomology or a related biological science. One to three years of laboratory experience working with mosquitoes and arthropod-borne pathogens and familiarity with cGMP or GLP preferred.

Please send cover letter, resume and salary history to careers@sanaria.com. For more information, please visit www.sanaria.com.

Sanaria Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

WHO/Regional Office for Africa (AFRO), Harare, Zimbabwe
- Medical Officer, Malaria Epidemics IST Southern-East
Vacancy Notice No: AFRO/07/FT994
Deadline for application: 30 October 2007
http://www.who.int/employment/vacancies

WHO/Regional Office for Africa (AFRO), Harare, Zimbabwe
- Data Manager, Malaria IST East and Southern Africa
Vacancy Notice No: AFRO/07/FT988
Deadline for application:16 October 2007
http://www.who.int/employment/vacancies

The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Seattle, WA, USA
- Senior Program Officer, Global Health Advocacy, Startegic Business Planning Buffett
http://www.gatesfoundation.org

The Bernhard Nocht Institute for Tropical Medicine , Hamburg, Germany
- Postgraduate Scientists for Independent Junior Groups
http://www.bni-hamburg.de

EMVI
EMVDA - Product Manager
EMVDA - Project Manager
EURHAVAC - Project Manager
EMVI - Business Development Manager
http://www.emvi.org/vacancies

Malaria Consortium
- Technical Officer
- Communications Officer  
- Consultancy Work: Short-term
http://www.malariaconsortium.org/pages/vacancies

 PSI
- Senior researcher/principal investigator
Department: malaria control
http://www.psi.org/malaria

 FIND Diagnostics
- TB and Poverty Technical Officer TB and Poverty Technical Officer
http://www.finddiagnostics.org/contact/jobs

The Global Funds
- Finance Officer accountant
http://www.theglobalfund.org/en/jobs

AMREF
- Director - Health Systems Research and Advocacy
http://www.amref.org

MR4
- 3 Senior Scientists, The Institute of Advance Scientific Investigations and High Technology Services (INDICASAT), Panama, Central America       
- Postdoctoral position in immunoparasitology, Department of Medical Parasitology, New York University School of Medicine       
- Postdoctoral position in immunoparasitology, Duke University Medical Center       
- Postdoctoral Research Scientist and Level 3 biologist, MR4/ATCC
http://www.malaria.mr4.org/jobs

Roll Back Malaria Partnership
http://www.rollbackmalaria.org/jobopportunities