Research Assistant (JD-0422-024)

JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a motivated and talented person who will contribute to the statistical support of the studies performed in the TB group.
The TB group’s major research interests are improving TB diagnosis and treatment by carrying out clinical trials of new diagnostic tests and therapeutic approaches. We also aim to understand how genetic variations in both host and pathogen influence disease presentations, treatment responses and outcomes. We are in collaboration with three hospitals in Vietnam (the Hospital for Tropical Diseases, Pham Ngoc Thach Hospital and National Lung Hospital) and overseas institutions (Universities of Oxford, Cambridge, Washington, California, Harvard, Melbourne, Radboud, Stellenbosch) to conduct clinical and laboratory studies.
The TB group currently consists of six small teams, including Data team. Data team currently consists of one PhD student, and one team leader. They are in charge of bioinformatics research and perform statistical analysis for various studies within TB group.
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KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES
More specifically, the tasks involve:
· to prepare data sets for analysis, i.e. transform the collected data to a format that can be used for analysis
· to help writing analysis plans that describe the necessary steps in the analysis
· to write code to perform statistical analyses for studies in the group (mainly laboratory studies and observational studies), mostly using the R statistical program
· to provide support in the writing of research proposals and protocols (e.g. doing sample size calculations)
Depending on qualifications, the research assistant may initially work under close supervision of the data team leader and receive thorough on-the-job training. Strong candidates will be encouraged to contribute to the methodological research in biostatistics/bioinformatics at TB group and to apply to the unit’s PhD program.
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DEPARTMENT
Tuberculosis Group
LOCATION
This post is based in OUCRU Ho Chi Minh City
HOURS OF WORK
5 hours per week, extra hours may be required
TENURE
This is a 1 year contracted position, including a 2 month probation period, with possibility of extension.
REPORTING TO
Le Thanh Hoang Nhat, Lead of Data team

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

Experience of programming in R, Python or another programming language
BSc or MSc in i) mathematics or statistics, ii) health sciences or epidemiology with a strong interest in quantitative methods, or iii) a quantitative discipline with a strong interest in health care.
Communication skills and the ability to explain statistical issues to researchers with a different background
Familiarity with statistical methods for complex data structures (e.g. survival data and repeated measurements)
Knowledge in database management
Analytical problem-solving skills, willingness to learn and develop, self-initiative, attention to detail
Appropriate English language skills (IELTS 6.5 or higher)
Knowledge of the principles of statistical analysis

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

Knowledge of Git and GitHub
Experience in clinical research
Knowledge of machine learning and image processing (e.g. for CT scan/MRI)

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BENEFITS
· Contracted salary: Negotiable (depending on actual experience and education).
· Other responsibilities and benefits are based on Viet Nam Labor Law.
· Optional insurance: In-patient and out-patient medical coverage; Personal accident insurance coverage
· Two months’ salary for annual bonus and clothes
· Annual leave 18 days/year for the first year, a maximum of 30 days
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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
764 Vo Van Kiet, Ward 1, District 5, HCMC
Hospital for Tropical Diseases
Laboratory of Clinical Science
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DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION
21st May 2022

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