Research Associate III in Bangkok, Thailand

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology– creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We seek qualified candidates for the position of Research Associate III in Bangkok, Thailand

Position Description:

• Defines, leads, and manages the implementation of clinical research conducted in Thailand.
• Works closely with Research Director and Clinical Operations Director to formulate research staff training and development programs
• Supervises, trains, and mentors Global Research Services(GRS) staff based in Thailand.  Provides additional training and mentoring and support to other GRS regional staff as needed.
• Works closely with senior research staff to conduct research studies by taking the lead in one or more major research activities for complex research studies.
• Designs and manages one or more group or division-wide systems for carrying out research management and support activities.
• Formulates scope of work and budgets including staff work load and assignments for new project proposals.
• Liaises with sponsors and other clients to ensure research projects are conducted according to established scopes of work and timelines, and any additional contractual and regulatory obligations.
• Monitors study budgets and timelines for assigned projects.
• Collaborates with team members and field investigators throughout all phases of research.

Minimum Requirements: 

MS/MA/MPH in pharmaceutical, public health, science or related field, and 7-9 years relevant experience and professional level of knowledge and expertise in research methods and application; or MD/PhD and 5-7 years relevant experience and professional level of knowledge and expertise in research methods and application.  Experience in the supervision and mentoring of technical/clinical research staff .  Ability to manage multiple projects, set realistic priorities and objectives and establish measurements tools to meet these objectives.  Ability to travel (domestically and internationally) at least 20%.  Good command of speaking and writing English and Thai.

FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter or through the Employment section atwww.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.