MRC/ UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit
The Unit is an internationally recognised centre of excellence with dominant research themes in the areas of HIV and emerging infections, vaccines and immunity, and chronic diseases and cancer. Through a multidisciplinary approach, intersecting basic science, epidemiological research, social-behavioural research and the conduct of new intervention evaluation studies, the Unit contributes knowledge on changing epidemics and diseases, the evaluation of innovative health care options, treatment and prevention and the development of health policy and practice in Africa and worldwide. Following the signing of strategic transfer agreements between the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) and the Medical Research Council (MRC UK), the Unit formally joined LSHTM on 1st February 2018. The exciting new partnership will boost research capacity into current and emerging healt issues in Africa and throughout the world. The Unit is based at the UVRI Entebbe campus with established outposts in Kalungu, Masaka, Wakiso and Kampala Districts. The Unit is now seeking enthusiastic and experienced individuals to fill the following position:
The position holder will support different research projects, the operation of a dynamic research group and managing data.
Roles & Responsibilities
1. Project and Data Management:
• Coordinate and support the group’s project activities, ensuring they align with project
goals and deadlines; and,
• Oversee the organization, storage, and management of large-scale genomic data, ensuring its accuracy, security, and accessibility for the research team.
2. Communication Management:
• Set up and manage relevant communication platform for the group and Slack channels
to facilitate seamless communication within the team; and,
• Monitor and moderate channels to ensure relevant discussions and information sharing
3 Team Management:
• Plan, schedule, and facilitate regular group meetings to discuss project progress and
address challenges; and,
• Document meeting outcomes and action items and follow up on their completion.
4. Operational Strategy and Planning:
• Develop and implement strategic operational plans aligned with the research
organization’s objectives and goals; and,
• Collaborate with Principal Investigators to establish organizational priorities and allocate
resources accordingly.
5. Manuscript Preparation and Submission:
• Proof-read manuscripts and ensure they adhere to journal submission guidelines; and,
• Coordinate manuscript submission to relevant journals, liaising with authors and journals
as needed.
6. Website and Social Media Management:
• Create, update, and maintain the research group’s website to showcase the group’s work
and activities effectively; and,
• Manage and regularly post updates on the group’s activities, research findings, and
important announcements on various social media platforms e.g. Twitter, LinkedIn.
7. Grant Management and Financial Reporting:
• Assist in the preparation, submission, and management of grants by coordinating with
team members and providing necessary documentation and information; and,
• Coordinate grant finances and reporting by liaising with Unit RSO ensuring compliance
with funding agency guidelines.
Person Specification
• MSc in Bioinformatics
• Bachelor’s degree in biomedical laboratory technology, Bachelor of Science degree –
Biochemistry, a degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology and any other related
degree;
• GCP training;
• Should possess at least two years’ proven experience in managing research projects and
teams;
• Proficiency in research methodologies and data analysis techniques;
• Familiarity with project management software/tools;
• Should possess strong IT and social media management skills;
• Knowledge of relevant compliance and ethical considerations in research;
• Independence;
• Analytical thinking;
• Proactivity;
• Results orientation;
• Thoroughness.
• Concern for excellence;
• Flexibility towards others;
• Service orientation; and,
• Development orientation.
N.B: You will be required to present certified copies of your academic documentation before
employment.
Application deadline:
May 8, 2025
