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conduct of mental health research.

Purpose of the Position
To recruit research participants living with HIV into a trial of therapy for depression and
poor adherence; To conduct baseline assessments; To provide a direct link between the
study participant and the study; To provide patient-oriented care in a professional and
respectful manner; To work closely with clinics and their nursing staff to provide optimal
care for patients in the recruitment sites

Key Tasks and Responsibilities
To carry out all study related procedures including screening patients, recruiting patients
and follow up of patients; To complete case reporting forms and enter data into a
database; To ensure that all procedures are done in compliance with Good Clinical
Practice (GCP) for clinical research; To be accessible to study participants and their
families in order to address all study related concerns; Review and assess data
collected and write reports

The research assistant should possess knowledge of mental health, have strong
interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to maintain confidentiality have a
background in research in community settings and/or health facilities, background in
interviewing using detailed questionnaires about lifestyle and behaviour and a
background in public health or mental health research would be an advantage.

We expect the following qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field; At least 3 years of research
experience; Excellent English and report writing skills; Excellent computer skills as all
evaluations will be completed electronically; Experience in research; Basic knowledge
of the principles of the ethical conduct of research; Ability to work well with others and
integrate into the public health care system; Awareness of the burden of depression in
people living with HIV; Focused, energetic individual who believes in patient or
participant oriented care, is compassionate about medicine and HIV, and the care of
individuals with HIV.

To apply
If you are interested and qualify, please submit your CV and cover letter (as 1
document) to tendaistepstogethertrial@gmail.com and cc rscsacoreoffice@gmail.com

Note: The advertiser had a problem with the email address at which they were receiving
applications. The email address has been updated, and they ask that those who had
applied previously please reapply.

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