The Mwanza Intervention Trials Unit (MITU, or the Unit) was established in 2006 by the National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR) and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM), with initial funding from the UK Medical Research Council (MRC). The Unit was established to build on the long standing and highly successful research collaboration in Mwanza between the two institutions. This collaboration dates from the late 1980s when the HIV epidemic was expanding rapidly in East Africa. Mwanza was chosen as a site for HIV prevention research, particularly since HIV prevalence had not reached high levels and there was the prospect that such research could have a substantial impact on the development of the epidemic. Underlying the rationale for locating research in Mwanza was the existence of a major NIMR research Centre in the city, which could provide a strong and well-established base for the collaboration.

More information about MITU is available on its web site at www.mitu.or.tz

Position: Data Manager

We are seeking to appoint a capable and enthusiastic Data Manager to join the data team within the Unit. The Data Manager will work closely with the Senior Data Manager and other Data staffs to ensure that the data section effectively supports the implementation of MITU projects.

Principal Responsibilities:

• To be responsible for day-to-day data management of studies assigned to him/her by the Senior Data Manager; and ensure Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are strictly followed up in all studies
• To manage questionnaire, laboratory and other study data using different databases for a range of studies
• To work closely with Senior Data Manager and study teams to develop study-specific data management plans and maintain database of studies assigned 

Specific responsibilities

• Program questionnaire and manage data using OpenDataKit(ODK), OpenClinica and other data management systems
• Manage geographic information data using QGIS and Google Earth
• To develop study specific data management plan, and design, validate and maintain clinical trial database(s)
• To ensure data queries are raised, tracked and resolved in a timely and accurate manner
• To ensure electronic devices (Tablets and/or Smartphone) used for data collection are properly handled and used by field teams, and properly charged and safely stored within the data section
• Provide regular data updates to Investigators and Senior Data Manager
• To undertake other duties as required

Essential qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree/advanced diploma in Computer Science/IT/ICT or related field.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Access and STATA
• Good understanding of programming.
• Experience with data entry, data management and data cleaning.
• Abilityto work under pressure to strict deadlines and without close supervision.
• Good communication and organization skills, willingness and flexibility to travel as requested
• Experience with data management systems Open Data Kit (ODK), OpenClinica and RedCap
• Experience working in a research data management

Desirable

• Experience with managing data on multi-site study
• Experience with mobile application development/programming
• Interest in clinical or public health research.

Mode of Application:

• Interested applicants should submit a letter of application together with their CV and copies of all relevant certificates, memberships and qualifications to recruitment@mitu.or.tz no later than 15^th June 2024.
• Paper applications will not be accepted.
• Successful applicants for all positions must be willing to be based in Mwanza for work activities and be willing to travel to the study areas. 

Interviews will be held at the earliest available opportunity and only shortlisted candidates will be notified by email if selected for interview.

MITU is an equal-opportunity organisation, female applicants and people with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply

A competitive remuneration package will be offered.

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The Mwanza Intervention Trials Unit (MITU) is a collaborative research Unit based at the National Institute for Medical Research campus in Mwanza, Tanzania. The mission of MITU is to contribute to improving health through the development and evaluation of interventions against HIV and other health problems by conducting research, including clinical trials, to the highest international standards; to enhance the capacity to carry out such research in Tanzania and the East African region; and to contribute to the translation of research findings into health policy. MITU is about to start conducting a study which will provide health and wellbeing check-ups for adolescents (Y-Check services) and assess whether young people will take up the services, how they feel about the service, and how to improve the check-up visit for future adolescents. The Unit is now inviting applications from highly motivated and suitably qualified candidates to fill the following two positions:

Position: Field Coordinator (1 Position)

The successful applicant will have a bachelor degree, at least 3 years’ post-qualification experience in research project management, managerial and organizational skills, excellent written and oral communication skills in English, and certification in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) for the conduct of human research.

Specific Responsibilities

• To assist the PIs and study coordinator in planning, management and supervision of the research operations, ensuring that the study is carried out to the highest international standards
• To assist in developing and maintaining an excellent consultative relationship with local government authorities where the study is taking place.
• To develop and regularly update standard operating procedures in accordance with the study protocol
• To train the research assistants on the conduct of research in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) in the study protocol
• Lead the field research teams including the research assistants, research nurses and research clinicians
• Contribute to the preparation of scientific reports and publications and presentations at national meetings
• Participate in developing the capacity of junior project staff
• Promote MITU and its core values, and play a supportive role in the delivery of its day-to-day operations and strategic goals
• Play an active part in promoting the scientific life at the NIMR Mwanza campus
• Undertake such other tasks as may reasonably be expected by the PIs and Study Coordinator 

Essential Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in related public health field
• At least 3-yearexperience in coordinating field research activities
• Experience working in research involving adolescents
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Swahili
• Trained on GCP with appropriate certificate

Desirable Qualifications

• Managerial and organizational skills
• Commitment to working as part of a multidisciplinary research team

Mode of Application:

• Interested applicants should submit their applications together with a letter of application, CV and copies of all relevant certificates, memberships, and qualifications recruitment@mitu.or.tz no later than 24^th May 2023.
• The applicants should clearly state the job title for which they are applying in the subject line of the email.
• Paper applications will not be accepted.

Interviews will be held at the earliest available opportunity, and only shortlisted candidates will be notified if selected for interview.

MITU is an equal-opportunity organisation, female applicants and people with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply

A competitive remuneration package will be offered.

Apply Online

The Mwanza Intervention Trials Unit (MITU) is a collaborative research Unit based at the National Institute for Medical Research campus in Mwanza, Tanzania. The mission of MITU is to contribute to improving health through the development and evaluation of interventions against HIV and other health problems by conducting research, including clinical trials, to the highest international standards; to enhance the capacity to carry out such research in Tanzania and the East African region; and to contribute to the translation of research findings into health policy. MITU is about to start conducting a study which will provide health and wellbeing check-ups for adolescents (Y-Check services) and assess whether young people will take up the services, how they feel about the service, and how to improve the check-up visit for future adolescents. The Unit is now inviting applications from highly motivated and suitably qualified candidates to fill the following two positions:

Position: Research Nurse (1 Position)

Principal responsibilities and duties:

• To provide information about Y-Check study to potential participants and ensure the information has been understood and any queries from the participants have been answered.
• To perform physical examinations and sample collection from the study participant according to standard operating procedures, following all required QA and reporting requirements.
• To collect data as required for the study, completing source documents according to standard operating procedures.
• Any other responsibilities assigned by supervisors. 

Essential Qualifications

• Fully-registered nurse practitioner, with at least a diploma in nursing.
• At least 2 years of post-qualification nursing experience in hospitals or clinics.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Swahili.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience working in public health research project
• Commitment to working as part of a multidisciplinary research team

Mode of Application:

• Interested applicants should submit their applications together with a letter of application, CV and copies of all relevant certificates, memberships, and qualifications recruitment@mitu.or.tz no later than 24^th May 2023.
• The applicants should clearly state the job title for which they are applying in the subject line of the email.
• Paper applications will not be accepted.

Interviews will be held at the earliest available opportunity, and only shortlisted candidates will be notified if selected for interview.

MITU is an equal-opportunity organisation, female applicants and people with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply

A competitive remuneration package will be offered.

Apply Online