Institutute of Human Virology Recruites Site Doctor

Description

testing a novel idea of providing HIV prevention, clinical care and support to most-at-risk-populations (MARPS) or hard-to-reach populations within Abuja-Nigeria. This study is being jointly funded by the National Institute of Health (NIH) and the U.S Military HIV Research Program..
Summary/OverviewThe site doctor provides clinical care services to most-at-risk populations visiting the study site; manage MARPs clinical visit activities and coordinates participants’ clinical follow ups.
Education/Experience:

1. MBBS degree minimum
2. At least 6 months experience of working with most-at-risk populations
3. Experience in the management of STDs is considered an added advantage
4. Demonstrate good leadership, organizational, and communication skills in English
5. Ability to maintain confidentiality and assist with situations that may require discretion
6. Demonstrated understanding of the complexity of issues relating to HIV/AIDS

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provides daily study clinical routines in accordance with the study protocol
2. Runs a regular MARPs clinical care and prevention clinic in accordance with the PEPFAR guidelines
3. Supervises the activities of clinical care nurse, site pharmacist, laboratory assistant and other members of the care team Opening Date: 20th January, 2013
   Closing Date: 3rd February, 2013

Method of Application
Application letter and detailed curriculum vitae in Microsoft word format should be forwarded to the Senior Human Resources Officer through this email address:  careers@ihvnigeria.org 
Candidates should indicate appropriate positions and preferred locations in their application letter. IHVN is an equal opportunity employer.