Job Description
The Probiotic Study is a Hybrid Type II effectiveness-implementation research study led by Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS), Department of Paediatrics and Child Health. The study will evaluate whether multistrain probiotic supplementation – Labinic Drops (containing B. infantis, L. acidophilus NCFM, and B. bifidum Bb-06), 0.2 ml once daily for 30 days – can be effectively and safely delivered within routine neonatal care for low birth weight (LBW) late preterm and term infants across nine health facilities in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
A total of 5,810 neonates will be enrolled across three hub-and-spoke clusters: Temeke RRH, Mbagala Rangi Tatu DH, Yombo Vituka HC | Amana RRH, Kivule DH, Buguruni HC | Mwananyamala RRH, Mabwepande DH, Sinza HC. The study will generate evidence to support national policy on probiotic supplementation for LBW neonates and contribute to reducing neonatal morbidity and mortality from serious bacterial infections in Tanzania and across sub-Saharan Africa
Requirements
- i. All applicants must be citizens of Tanzania of an age not above 45 years;
- ii. An applicant with special needs/case (disability) is supposed/advised to indicate for the MUHAS attention;
- iii. Applicants must attach an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) including a reliable contact postal address, Post code, email address and telephone numbers;
- iv. Applicants must apply on the strength of the information given in this Advertisement;
- v. The title of the position applied for shall be written in the subject of the application letter and marked on the envelope
- Applicants must attach relevant copies of the following certificates.
- Postgraduate/First Degree/Advanced Diploma, Diploma/Certificates.
- Postgraduate/First Degree/Advanced Diploma, Diploma/Transcripts.
- Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates.
- Computer Certificates where applicable.
- Professional Certificates from respective councils where applicable.
- One recent passport size picture and copy of birth certificate.
- Women are highly encouraged to apply
Qualifications
- Holder of a Diploma in one of the following fields: Clinical Medicine, Nursing, or Midwifery from a recognized institution. The applicant must be registered with the Medical Council of Tanganyika or the Tanzania Nursing and Midwifery Council, as applicable, and possess a valid practising licence. The applicant must have a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience in clinical research, public health research, or health programme coordination, and possess a valid Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certificate or be willing to undergo GCP training before the commencement of the study.
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