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The Medical Research Council Unit The Gambia is one of the largest scientific research centres in  sub-Saharan Africa, with an international reputation for ground-breaking research into some of the  leading causes of morbidity and mortality in the tropics. We aim to improve people’s health in  developing countries by striving for excellence in research, healthcare, and training. Our research  program spans basic scientific research, clinical studies, epidemiological studies and intervention  trials, and translational research. The field and laboratory-based work draws on excellent research  and clinical facilities and attracts international funding.  

Applications are invited for a Head of Governance and Research Support Office to join our Unit.  The post-holder will develop a detailed understanding and provide guidance to the Unit and the  wider clinical research community on the implications for clinical research of specific regulations  and guidance, such as the clinical trials regulations, the Data Protection Act, the Research  Governance Framework, and the regulatory aspects of clinical trials. Ability to draft protocols,  reports, funding applications and regulatory documents is desirable. 

The successful applicant will have a relevant postgraduate degree or professional qualification and a minimum and formal ICH-GCP training. They will also possess expert knowledge of clinical trial  methodology and regulatory requirements. Substantial experience in the design, conduct, analysis  and reporting of clinical trials is essential. 

The post is full time 35 hours per week, 1FTE and fixed-term until 31 March 2027. The post is  funded by the MRCG@LSHTM core funding and is available immediately. 

The salary will be on the Professional Services salary scale, Grade 8 in the range £62,928 – £72,092 per annum (inclusive). The post is subject to LSHTM terms and conditions of service and is offered  until March 2027. Annual leave entitlement is 30 working days per year, pro rata for part time staff.  In addition to this there are discretionary “Wellbeing Days”. Membership of the Pension Scheme is  available. The post is based in The Gambia. 

Applications should be made on-line via our jobs website. Online applications will be accepted by  the automated system until 10pm of the closing date. Any queries regarding the application process  may be addressed to jobs@lshtm.ac.uk.  

The supporting statement section should set out how your qualifications, experience and training  meet each of the selection criteria. Please provide one or more paragraphs addressing each  criterion. The supporting statement is an essential part of the selection process and thus a failure  to provide this information will mean that the application will not be considered. An answer to any  of the criteria such as “Please see attached CV” will not be considered acceptable. 

Please note that if you are shortlisted and are unable to attend on the interview date it may not be  possible to offer you an alternative date. 

Application deadline is on the 27 February 2025.

The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine is committed to being an equal  opportunities employer. We believe that when people feel respected and included, they can  be more creative, successful, and happier at work. While we have more work to do, we are  committed to building an inclusive workplace, a community that everyone feels a part of,  which is safe, respectful, supportive and enables all to reach their full potential.