The KCCR Labs team successfully hosted an engaging 5-day workshop on Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) for Comparative Genomics and Bioinformatics. Held from November 25 to 29, 2024, at KCCR, the workshop emphasized the application of NGS techniques to study bacterial and viral pathogens responsible for diseases. It brought together participants from diverse backgrounds, eager to […]
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is one of the most pressing global health challenges of our time as microbes increasingly evolve resistance to treatments that were once successfully controlled. This growing resistance poses escalating risks to human health, agriculture, and ecosystems widely. World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) 2024, under the theme “Educate, Advocate, Act,” seeks to highlight […]
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Date: September 25, 2023
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VACANCY NOTICE – Data Manager (1)
JOB LOCATION – Kumasi
The management of the Kumasi Centre for Collaborative Research in Tropical Medicine (KCCR) together with the Infectious Disease Epidemiology Research Group at KCCR is looking for a Data Manager.
One of the main goals of the research group is to investigate diseases causing fevers in new-born and young children to provide guidance to reduce the burden of these diseases in Ghana and beyond.
For more information, visit our webpage: Infectious Diseases & Epidemiology – KCCR
The post-holder shall undertake various activities associated with the research group. These activities will be performed either at KCCR, at the study sites in Ghana or outside Ghana. The post-holder is expected to have good organizational and communication skills. He/she should be willing to work efficiently within a multidisciplinary international team to perform all activities in a timely fashion. The post- holder will work closely with clinical research staff, investigators, and external partners, and must maintain a professional demeanor and work collaboratively with others.
He/she is accountable in the first instance to the PI, Co-PI, Project coordinator(s). He/She should always maintain a good relationship with external partners by communicating in a professional and courteous manner.
The post-holder will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of data management within the research group. This includes planning, designing, implementing, and maintaining databases, as well as ensuring that all data collected is accurate, complete, and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Main Responsibilities/Activities |
· Contribute in protocol development and develop questionnaire and case report form based on the protocol in clinical and observational studies. · Create study databases using various software applications. · Manage and maintain study databases, ensuring that data is properly stored, backed up, and secure in compliance with study protocols and regulatory requirements. Monitor data collection processes to ensure timely and accurate entry of data. · Perform data cleaning, reconciliation, validation, and quality control checks to ensure accuracy and completeness of data. · Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to data management to ensure the life cycle of the data within the project and the consistency across studies. · Provide training and support to study staff on data management procedures, including data entry, data quality checks and data cleaning. · Collaborate with study team members to resolve data management issues, such as missing data, discrepancies, and protocol deviations. · Prepare and submit data management deliverables, such as data listings, queries, and reports, to study coordinator and PI. · Ensure compliance with data privacy and security regulations. · Be available to perform related duties in accordance with the requirements of the study. |
QUALIFICATIONS/PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
The post-holder should have the following:
Qualifications:
or
Essential attributes
Desired Attributes
Remuneration will be according to KCCR standards. The contract will be for a period of 12 months (renewable) with the first 3 months as probation.
Expected starting date: March 2025
MODE OF APPLICATION
Interested persons should send their applications addressed to The Head of Administration, KCCR, KNUST, Kumasi with the following documents:
Email them to: info@kccr.de copy to e.puorideme@kccr.de
Closing Date: February 03, 2025, 17;00 GMT. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
For further information on the position, please contact e.puorideme@kccr.de
VACANCY NOTICE – Study Doctor
JOB LOCATION – Kumasi
Position
The management of the Kumasi Centre for Collaborative Research in Tropical Medicine (KCCR), together with the Global Health and Infectious Diseases Research Group (GHID), is seeking a highly qualified and dynamic Study Doctor to join our interdisciplinary team.
GHID conducts cross-cutting research in global health and infectious diseases, providing actionable insights to reduce disease burden in Ghana and beyond.
The successful candidate will collaborate with local and international investigators, serving as a key liaison between the study site and the research group at KCCR. This role reports directly to the local Principal Investigators (PIs) and co-Principal Investigators (co-PIs).
Main Responsibilities/Activities |
Public Health Research and Clinical Oversight – Conduct and oversee public health and epidemiological research studies, ensuring alignment with study goals. – Act as a Study Doctor for clinical trials, reviewing Severe Adverse Events, providing protocol-related guidance, and contributing to risk management strategies. Quality Assurance – Ensure data integrity for both source data and electronic datasets, adhering to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards. – Monitor and review medical activities related to clinical studies to uphold the highest quality standards. Proposal Development – Develop research and grant proposals to secure funding for ongoing and future projects. – Collaborate with PIs and the study team in implementing clinical research projects. Project Coordination and Training – Coordinate project activities on-site, ensuring smooth execution of clinical trials and related studies. – Facilitate clinical research training sessions for team members and stakeholders. Liaison and Communication – Facilitate effective communication and coordination between the international collaborators and the KCCR team. – Participate in investigator meetings and engage with internal review boards and regulatory authorities as required. |
Required Qualification, Competencies and Professional Experience
Remuneration will be according to KCCR standards. The contract will be for a period of 12 months (renewable) with the first 3 months as probation.
Expected start date: March 2025.
MODE OF APPLICATION
Interested persons should email their applications addressed to The Head of Administration, KCCR, KNUST, Kumasi including their CV, motivation letters, and copies of certificates to: info@kccr.de with e.matey@kccr.de and ghid@kccr.de copied.
Closing Date: 3rd February 2025. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
For further information on the position, please contact e.matey@kccr.de.
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