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Scientific coordinator mpox outbreak project
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Offer DescriptionDepartment of Clinical Science – Clinical Emerging Infectious DiseasesIntroductionThe Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM) in Antwerp is a leading institution dedicated to the advancement and dissemination of scientific knowledge on infectious diseases and global health, with a special focus on low- and middle-income countries.Outbreak research and pandemic preparedness are top priorities at ITM, which has a long and rich history of studying emerging infectious diseases. Our philosophy is to conduct high-quality research through equal and sustainable partnerships with collaborators in the Global South. This approach allows us to tackle emerging diseases in the South, while learning from our partners to better prepare populations worldwide, including in the North.One of ITM’s key areas of expertise is mpox, a disease we have extensively studied through collaborations in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and during the 2022 global outbreak in Belgium. As part of our ongoing work on mpox, Professor Laurens Liesenborghs’ team of the unit of Clinical Emerging Infectious Diseases in the Clinical Sciences Department is currently investigating a large mpox outbreak in South Kivu.In collaboration with our Congolese partners, we are setting up clinical and epidemiological studies to better understand this outbreak, inform response strategies, and halt its spread. The outbreak is occurring in a difficult-to-reach and impoverished area. Working in these remote regions presents both scientific and organizational challenges. Therefore, we are seeking a motivated individual with a scientific background and a hands-on, ‘yes we can’ mentality to help lead this project to success.Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Ethics in health sciences Education Level Master Degree or equivalentResearch Field Medical sciences Education Level Master Degree or equivalentSkills/QualificationsYour profile
- You have a master’s diploma and a scientific background, preferably in health sciences
- You have experience in managing projects (research or humanitarian)
- You are motivated to contribute to science and Global Health and driven by a humanitarian interest
- You have significant field experience in low-resource settings
- You have strong cross-cultural competencies
- You are a strong team player
- You are flexible, pragmatic, ready to deal with complex and challenging situation and able to work under time-pressure
- Data analysis skills and knowledge of statistics are an asset
- A scientific track record, including publications, are an asset
- You are fluent in English (at least C1) and French (at least B2)
Languages ENGLISHLanguages FRENCH Level GoodResearch Field Ethics in health sciencesMedical sciencesAdditional InformationBenefitsWe offer you:The Institute of Tropical Medicine is an open and international campus where staff, students and researchers work on new international health challenges. We strive for excellence, integrity, specificity, and efficiency. Your assignment contributes to our mission. We value human dignity and diversity, academic creativity and a critical spirit, solidarity and cooperation, and the well-being of employees, students, patients, and clients. Together we ensure a pleasant working atmosphere with attention to work-life balance and opportunities for training. We offer you:
- A full-time contract of 2 years. Renewal of the contract is not guaranteed and will be depended on funding.
- Starting date: as soon as possible in 2024.
- A salary package depending on your profile and professional experience, and supplementary benefits, such as private pension scheme, meal voucher subscription and reimbursement of transport.
- An immigration and relocation assistance package, if applicable.
Selection processExcited about this role?For more information about this position, please contact HR ( ).Apply before July 18th 2024 via the application form on our .We ask you to add your CV and motivation letter.Work Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Instituut voor Tropische Geneeskunde Country Belgium City Antwerpen Postal Code 2000 Street Nationalestraat 155 GeofieldContact CityAntwerpen WebsiteStreetNationalestraat 155 Postal Code2000 E-Mail[email protected] Phone033455860STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page
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Fri, 21 Jun 2024 23:58:14 GMT
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