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I have been asked to forward this to the list. Please reply to the details given and not to me. Medical Research Council / Uganda Virus Research Institute MRC/UVRI Uganda Research Unit on AIDS The MRC/UVRI Uganda Research Unit on AIDS was established in 1989, based on a bilateral agreement between the Governments of Uganda and the United Kingdom. The overall goal of the Unit is to contribute to an improvement of the health of the people in developing countries, particularly in Uganda and other parts of sub-Saharan Africa. The Unit conducts large-scale epidemiological and intervention studies, clinical trials, virological and immunological research and behavioural studies. The Administrative Section, the Research Laboratories and the Statistical Section of the Unit are based in Entebbe. Major studies are conducted at field stations and in urban centres at various sites within South Uganda. The Unit has an international reputation for excellence in HIV/AIDS related research. Renewed funding for research has recently been secured for the period 2006 – 11. The Clinical and Epidemiological Research Programme comprises various observational and intervention cohort projects. It is staffed with four senior and six junior epidemiologists and a team of infectious disease physicians, and various field and support staff. The Statistical Section is currently staffed with two senior and three junior statisticians, six data managers and about thirty data entry officers and other support staff. The Basic Science Research Programme comprises virological and immunological projects and is currently staffed with two virologists, two immunologists, and about 10 technologists. The Social Science Project conducts behavioural research. It has its own programme of work and performs investigations that help to understand and interpret the results of clinical and epidemiological studies. It is staffed with one senior social and three junior social scientists and a team of interviewers and field workers. There is a well staffed and equipped Laboratory Service Section, a Community Development Project and an Administrative Section. We are interested in receiving applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Statistician. The holder of the position will provide major input in the statistical department of the Unit. He/she will organise and supervise data management and plan, perform and/or supervise statistical analyses for a number of observational epidemiological studies, clinical trials and large scale intervention trials. He/she will be involved in one-to-one mentoring of junior statistical research associates and data managers. The post holder will have an opportunity to develop a programme of research of his/her own within the Unit’s disease focus; and will make substantial contributions to the publications of the Unit’s research results. He/she must be able to form and maintain collaborative links with colleagues in the MRC unit, and with scientists and statisticians from other institutions. The post is ideal for an applicant who wishes to pursue a scientific career as statistician or epidemiologist in medical research. Requirements: The successful candidate will have a background in mathematics and statistics with a PhD or MSc degree and at least 4 years of professional experience in statistics within a research environment. Good interpersonal, organizational and communication skills are essential, as are excellent knowledge of written and spoken English. A substantial track record of relevant publications in peer-reviewed journals is essential. Working experience in developing countries and experience in medical research and participation in multicentre studies will be an added advantage. The salary for this post will depend on qualifications and experience and will be within Band 3 (the salary range for this band is between £34,588 and £42,331 per annum). For displaced staff the package will also include generous overseas allowances, furnished accommodation, flights and other benefits. The post will initially be for 2 years extendable by mutual agreement. Application forms and further details are available electronically from <mailto:[log in to unmask]>[log in to unmask] Alternatively hard copies are available by leaving a message on 020 7637 6005 or by faxing Samantha Smith on 020 7637 0361. The closing date for applications is Wednesday 28th June 2006. Interviews will be held in London during the week starting 24th July 2006. For further information about MRC visit <http://www.mrc.ac.uk/>www.mrc.ac.uk MRC is an Equal Opportunities Employer.