Transfer Vacancy (similar position of equal grade and salary)

Organization: Armauer Hansen Research Institute (AHRI)

Position: Assistant Research II, Research Nurse

Department: Clinical Trial Directorate 

Employment term: Permanent  

No. Required: Two (2)

Grade: XIV

Salary: 19,464.00 (Nineteen thousand four hundred sixty four birr)

Home Allowance: 2,500.00 (Two thousand five hundred birr)

Mobile & Internet Allowance: 500.00 (five hundred)

    Key role and responsibilities: 

• Together with the study physician conduct recruitment of study Participants.

• Assist the study physician in the screening of study participants and obtain participants’ informed Consents. 

• Conduct and coordinate clinical procedures required in a BE study protocol. 

• Protect and care the study participants and ensures their retention in the study

• Maintain an inventory of all medical equipment, ensuring calibration and servicing schedules are adhered to.

• Oversee maintenance schedules for critical equipment like ECG, Monitor and freezers etc. and analytical instruments.

• Implement and monitor safety protocols, including fire safety, chemical handling, and waste disposal procedures and regular safety drills

• Coordinate procurement, installation, and validation of new equipment.

• Monitor the lifecycle of equipment and recommend replacements when necessary

• Maintain accurate records related to facility operations, including maintenance logs, validation reports, and incident records.

• Prepare and present reports during audits and inspections.

• Collaborate with clinical, analytical, and quality assurance teams to ensure the facility meets their operational needs.

• Ensuring that the infrastructure, equipment, and overall environment of the BE center meet regulatory, operational, and scientific requirements.  

• Manage and address BE facility-related issues that may impact study timelines or quality.

• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the principal investigator and/or the study coordinator.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

• B.Sc. in clinical nursing

• Registered professional nurse/ valid license 

• Training in GCP and/or research ethics is an advantage 

• Training in Emergency Management is an advantage.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum four years of experience in clinical nursing practice

• Demonstrated experience in clinical research and clinical data collection as research nurse is an advantage.

Essential Skills and Competencies:

• Strong clinical and nursing care skills.

• Good understanding of research ethics and the informed consent process.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in using computers and data entry tools 

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks.

• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• ECG, phlebotomy and any other clinical/technical skills are advantages 

• Ward/ facility management skills

• Computer Competency including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. 

• High personal motivation and willingness to work occasional night and weekend schedules. 

How To Apply

How to Apply

• Interested applicants who fulfill the above requirements should send the following through ethiojobs.net

• Submit your application letter (detailing your motivation and suitability), CV (maximum of three pages with clear indication of your educational background, experience, and your documents and certificates as one PDF file. 

• NB: Please the applicant must specify the position he or she  is applying for in his application letter & use your full name as file name for submitted CV an supportive document.

Job Requirements The role requires a BSc in Clinical Nursing. Candidates must be a registered professional nurse with a valid license. Training in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and/or research ethics is considered an advantage, as is training in Emergency Management. Applicants should have a minimum of four years of experience in clinical nursing practice. Strong clinical, communication, and patient-care skills are essential. How to Apply Apply using the provided link below.