Study Physician

Job Description

Title: Study Physician

Company Name: Projahnmo Research Foundation

Vacancy: --

Age: Na

Job Location: Sylhet (Zakiganj)

Salary: Tk. 82804 (Monthly)

Experience:

• 1 to 2 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery(MBBS)

• MBBS with valid BMDC registration

• Master’s degree in public health (MPH) or a relevant discipline is preferred

• 1 to 2 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

Experience Requirements:

• At least 1–2 years of experience in clinical practice and/or health research

• Prior experience in pediatric care, MNCH, neonatology, or respiratory illness management is strongly preferred

• Experience working in clinical trials or implementation research will be an advantage

• Experience supervising or coordinating field or clinical teams is desirable

Competency Requirements:

Essential:

• Technological skills for handling electronic data collection tools.

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work under pressure.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Willingness to travel to different study area in Sylhet divisions as required.

• Willingness to work beyond regular working hours, including weekends and government holidays, when required by project needs.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with data collection software, such as Google Forms, KoboToolbox, etc.

• Hands-on experience in data collection and use of electronic devices.

• Comfortably using tablets and other mobile devices for data collection.

• Knowledge of the local language where the study will be conducted is a plus.

Projahnmo Research Foundation (PRF), in association with Johns Hopkins University, USA has a long and illustrious history of conducting research in Bangladesh. PRF’s research has contributed to improvement of health of Bangladeshi citizens and has supported the career development of numerous Bangladeshi public health professionals. Projahnmo Research Foundation is seeking qualified and motivated applicants from Bangladeshi nationals for the position of Study Physician for “The BLAAAST Trial: Bangladesh Lung Auscultation AI for Antibiotic Stewardship Randomized Controlled Trial’’. The study will be implemented in Sylhet district.

Job Title: Study Physician

Job Nature: Fixed term

Job Description / Responsibility:

Major Responsibilities

Projahnmo Research Foundation (PRF) has a long-standing track record of implementing high-quality public health and clinical research in Bangladesh in collaboration with global academic partners. The BLAAAST Trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of AI-supported lung auscultation in improving antibiotic stewardship among children presenting with respiratory illness. The Study Physician will play a central role in ensuring high-quality clinical care, protocol adherence, and ethical conduct of the trial at the site level. The Study Physician will be responsible for day-to-day clinical and research implementation of the BLAAAST Trial at the study site. This includes participant screening and enrollment, clinical assessment and follow-up, safety monitoring, documentation, and coordination with facility staff and the central study team. The position requires strong clinical judgment, familiarity with research ethics, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary research team. However, s/he will contribute to other study activities and also support the national level team for the administrative and management issues of the organization.

Clinical and Research Implementation

• Conduct pre-screening, screening, detailed clinical evaluation, and eligibility assessment of potential participants according to the approved BLAAAST Trial protocol

• Obtain informed consent from caregivers/participants in compliance with ethical and regulatory requirements

• Perform standardized clinical assessments, including respiratory examination and protocol-specified procedures, during enrollment and follow-up visits

• Ensure correct implementation of the trial intervention and comparator arms as per randomization and study SOPs

• Conduct scheduled and unscheduled follow-up visits at health facilities or participant homes, as required by the protocol

• Assess, manage, and document sick participants, including referral-failure cases, in accordance with national guidelines and study procedures

Safety Monitoring and Reporting

• Identify, manage, and closely follow participants experiencing adverse events (AE) and serious adverse events (SAE)

• Ensure timely documentation and reporting of SAEs to the study management team and Institutional Review Board (IRB), following approved reporting timelines

• Maintain vigilance for protocol deviations and promptly report and document them

Documentation and Data Quality

• Ensure accurate, complete, and timely documentation of all study-related clinical encounters

• Record concomitant medications, clinical outcomes, and adverse events using electronic data capture systems

• Support data quality assurance by responding to data queries and participating in monitoring visits

• Maintain study-related source documents and contribute to upkeep of the Site Master File under guidance of the Study Manager

Team Coordination and Communication

• Coordinate and provide clinical guidance to study paramedics, field staff, and other delegated personnel

• Maintain effective liaison with Upazila Health Complex staff, laboratory personnel, and local health authorities to facilitate smooth study operations

• Participate in regular team meetings (weekly/monthly) to review progress, discuss challenges, and implement corrective actions

• Communicate study progress, operational challenges, and lessons learned to the site and central coordination teams

Compliance, Ethics, and Professional Conduct

• Ensure all study activities are conducted in accordance with the approved protocol, SOPs, GCP principles, and local ethical guidelines

• Maintain strict confidentiality of participant data and research records

• Contribute to a culture of ethical research conduct, respect, and professionalism at the study site

The Initial appointment may be extended for a further period depending on satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

82,804/- per month including including all admissible benefits as per PRF’s policy.