Clinical Research Associate (French speaking)

Full time, fixed-term contract until 31^st January 2029

Based in Liverpool, with regular international travel to rural Africa

Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is a globally recognised centre of excellence for research and teaching in tropical diseases. Our work makes a real difference to the people who need our help most, and it has been recognised by some highly prestigious awards, including business of the year by Liverpool Chamber of Commerce, and being ranked in the top 5.3% of universities in the world.

We’re hiring a French speaking Clinical Research Associate to assist with the running of the Wellcome Trust funded ANYSNAKES Clinical Trial in Africa. The successful candidate will report to Professor David Lalloo, Vice-Chancellor of LSTM and PI for ANYSNAKES, and will support the team in successful delivery of the trial. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in clinical research and in the running of a major international clinical trial.

Key duties include:

• Review of site capabilities, patient number and feasibility in both English and French speaking countries
• Establishment of trial sites in partnership with UCL’s MRC-CTU including logistics and clinical training
• Writing of key trial documents such as protocol, clinical SOP’s, CRFs, ethics and regulatory submissions
• Discussion and negotiation with antivenom manufacturers regarding access to trial IMP
• Oversight of trial activity at each site, including regular supervisory visits
• Ensure appropriate systems are used for collecting and storing clinical and epidemiological data and samples
• Review adverse events from site and support in attribution
• Liaise with UCL’s MRC-CTU on all aspects of the trial, and provide support to all PI’s involved in the trial
• Supervise and assist BCs, MSc and PhD students in designing and carrying out their projects, contributing to their development of theory and practice
• Develop and deliver clinical/public health snakebite lectures and tutorials, providing training to in-country teams involved in the trial as appropriate

The successful candidate will bring:

• Bachelor of Medicine (MBBS/MBCHB) degree (or equivalent)
• Written and verbal fluency in French
• Experience of undertaking clinical studies in rural African settings
• Thorough understanding of Good Clinical Practice and responsible conduct of clinical trials
• Strong IT skills, particularly in the use of software required to statistically analyse the clinical and epidemiological data
• Ability to deliver tactful, context-appropriate training of in-country clinical and epidemiological research staff
• Ability and flexibility to travel to Africa for 2–3-week periods multiple times per year

Application process: 

To apply for the position please click on the apply link and upload your CV and covering letter.

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