TB Research Coordinator at PATH

PATH is a global organization that works to accelerate health equity by bringing together public institutions, businesses, social enterprises, and investors to solve the world’s most pressing health challenges. With expertise in science, health, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales solutions—including vaccines, drugs, devices, diagnostics, and innovative approaches to strengthening health systems worldwide.

PATH is currently recruiting for a temporary TB Research Coordinator to lead efforts in identifying new and easy-to-use diagnostic and treatment tools allowing for faster diagnostic services and point-of-care sites and easier treatment adherence for patients under the FindTM TB: Rapid Test for Tuberculosis (UNIMA) study. The findings of this study is a unique opportunity to be on the cutting edge of changes for testing and treatment for people living with TB.

The Primary objective of the study is to:

Secondary objectives:

The following are the responsibilities and required skills and experience for the preferred candidate.

Responsibilities:

• Support data collection and management processes for each project
• Support quality assurance of research data
• Participate in International Review Board application development and reviews
• Coordinate data collection and analysis activities with the Principle Investigator to support the development of the final reports and publications
• Oversee and assign day to day tasks to data collectors and technicians conducting rapid TB tests

Required Experience

• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in biomedical research.
• MPH or equivalent in experience
• Must be conversant with infection control practices in health facilities in Zambia
• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written in English, ability to communicate in Bemba is an added advantage
• Self-starter able to work independently
• Expert competence with statistical analysis packages such as Stata
• Excellent workshop and training skills
• Published in peer reviewed journals
• Must have legal authorization to work in Zambia

PATH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued.

PATH is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. PATH does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or orientation, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.