Discovery Research Academy Leader (JD-0124-002)

JOB SUMMARY
The Discovery Research Academy Leader – Vietnam will deliver the Academy programme in close collaboration with two other Discovery Research Academy Leaders based in Indonesia (OUCRU- ID) and Thailand (MORU). The Academy Leader should be a PhD- holder wishing to diversify their skillset within a research support role.
The Discovery Research Academy Leader will be responsible for leading Vietnam- based delivery of a new and exciting collaborative project between OUCRU in Vietnam (and Indonesia) and Mahidol- Oxford Tropical Medicine Research Unit (MORU) in Thailand.
The MORU and OUCRU Discovery Research Academy (herein referred to as “The Academy”) is a Wellcome- funded project aiming to support the career development of early career SEA researchers. The Academy will enroll early- and mid- career post- doctoral researchers from our networks across Asian LMICs to participate in bespoke workshops, have fully embedded mentorship from senior Wellcome Asia and Africa Programme scientists and grant writing experts to develop subsequent grant applications. They will have access to seed awards to generate preliminary data and collaborations that will support Wellcome applications. Our Academy goals are to empower Asian LMIC researchers to apply for Wellcome Discovery (and other) research awards, support local partners to develop their own research capacity, and grow a strong and engaged research community in the region.
The main areas of activities will include:
· Stakeholder reporting
· Engaging with Academy participants, trainers and mentors
· Academy resource management
· Designing and delivering Academy workshops
· Liaising with other Academy sites
· Monitoring and evaluation of the Academy
· Marketing and communication of The Academy across local and regional networks
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KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES
· Work effectively and communicate proactively with other Academy leaders, OUCRU management, key colleagues in HR and others as required
· Coordinate and attend Academy Secretariat meetings, and prepare reports for all key stakeholders
· Monitor and evaluate Academy provisions to ensure continuous improvement
· Administer resources, including operational budgets and seed award allocation; and work with both internal staff and training vendors to develop and deliver training
· Develop a communications and recruitment strategy for the Academy both in- house, via local collaborators and regionally
· Deliver the Academy workshop program including identification of trainers and mentors as appropriate
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GROUP
Operations
LOCATION
This post is based in Ho Chi Minh City, with some travel required.
HOURS OF WORK
Full time. 37.5 hours per week, extra hours may be required
TENURE
Initially for 1 year, including a 2- month probation period, with the possibility of extension.
REPORTING TO
Leigh Jones, Regional Academic Training Leader

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
· Highly computer literate with proficiency in MS Office and related business and communication tools
· Passionate in supporting capacity building within academic research
· PhD- holder in clinical medicine, life sciences, social sciences or similar
· Critical thinker with innovative problem- solving skills
· Excellent time management and organizational skills
· Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills both in English and Vietnamese
DESIRED CRITERIA
· Experience in mentoring and training research staff
· Experienced in building/maintaining local and regional networks
· Knowledge and experience of training methodology, or training course design, would be advantageous
· 1- 3 years post- PhD experience in leading and managing research projects
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BENEFITS​
- Contracted salary:
Grade: RS5/IC5
Salary ranges: $1,626- $1,895 USD gross per month
- Other responsibilities and benefits are based on Viet Nam Labor Law.
- Annual leave 18 days/year for the first year, a maximum of 30 days
- Two months salary for annual bonus and clothes
- Optional insurance: In- patient and out- patient medical coverage; Personal accident insurance coverage
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HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates are invited to send curriculum vitae, application, writing samples and copies of relevant certificates, by email to
Oxford University Clinical Research Unit
Hospital for Tropical Diseases
Laboratory of Clinical Science
764 Vo Van Kiet, Ward 1, District 5, HCMC
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DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION
18 Feb 2024
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* We thank all candidates for their interest, but only short- listed applicants will be notified for interview.

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