Epidemiologist

Where relevant, contribute to defining the objectives of operational research, develop research protocols and methodology including patient inclusion criteria and data management processes, and identify the human resources needed to conduct the research in order to obtain relevant information for the medical intervention. Coordinate execution of the research with partners ensuring compliance to MSF protocols. Provide training to and supervise the team that will participate in performing the research. Ensure patients included in any research have received the correct information in a format they can comprehend and have freely given their consent to participate. Where relevant, ensure compliance with MSF laboratory protocols (secure manipulation of samples, shipment of samples etc). Review data collection and undertake analysis as appropriate, reporting on a regular basis to the functional referent about study progress, and any relevant information for the mission/project. Write a clear research report documenting the full methods and results and drawing appropriate conclusions supported by the results. Where appropriate, participate in writing scientific papers. Manage data systems and ensure accurate, high quality databases Ensure dissemination of findings to the community as described in the study protocol Provide training to and supervise the team that will participate in the research.