Science Officer – Research Registration & Management

Added advantage:

• A postgraduate qualification (Postgraduate Diploma or Master's degree) in Research Methods, Bioethics, Public Health, Epidemiology, Regulatory Affairs, Science and Technology Policy, or a related field.
  

• Training or certification in research ethics (e.g., Good Clinical Practice, Human Subjects Protection, CITI or equivalent), research administration, or regulatory compliance.
  

Experience

1. A minimum of three (3) years' relevant working experience in research administration, research ethics review, regulatory affairs, research coordination, or a related field, gained from a reputable research institution, regulatory body, academic institution, or public sector organization.
   
2. Demonstrated experience in protocol review, ethics committee administration, or research compliance monitoring will be an added advantage.
   
3. Familiarity with Uganda's research regulatory framework, including the National Guidelines for Research Involving Humans as Research Participants, the roles of accredited Research Ethics Committees, and related laws (e.g., Data Protection and Privacy Act, 2019).