| Position | Research Coordinator |
| Group | Tuberculosis Group |
| Location | This post is based in Ho Chi Minh City. |
| Hours of work | 37.5 hours per week, extra hours may be required. |
| Tenure | Initially for 1 year, including a 2-month probation period. The project last for 18 months, with possibility of extension |
| Reporting to | Dr Lê Hồng Vân, TB Clinical Team Lead |
| Vacancy reference | JDHCM-0326-004 |
| Background | The Oxford University Clinical Research Unit (OUCRU) is a large-scale clinical and public health research unit, with sites offices in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi in Vietnam, Jakarta in Indonesia and Kathmandu in Nepal. In Vietnam, we are hosted by the Hospital of Tropical Diseases (HTD) in Ho Chi Minh City, and the National Hospital for Tropical Diseases (NHTD) in Hanoi. OUCRU Nepal closely collaborates with the National Academy of Medical Sciences in Kathmandu, and OUCRU Indonesia exists in partnership with the University of Indonesia. As a Wellcome Trust Africa Asia Programme, we have received considerable support from the Wellcome Trust since our establishment in 1991. OUCRU’s vision is to have local, regional and global impact on health by leading a locally driven research programme on infectious diseases in Southeast Asia. Priority is given to health issues important to the hospitals where we work, and to the countries as a whole where we operate: Vietnam, Indonesia and Nepal. All work is intended not only to benefit the patients seen daily at our host hospitals, but also to help improve patient care. Please see more information on OUCRU website: www.oucru.org |
| Job summary | 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. We are seeking a proactive and highly organized Research Coordinator to support the development and implementation of TB observational studies. The post holder will play a critical role in study start-up activities, including study document finalization, ethics and regulatory submissions, and coordination with clinical and laboratory members. The successful candidate will work directly with the Clinical Team Lead and other members in the TB group, and have the opportunities to work with collaborators outside of OUCRU. |
| Key responsibilities and tasks | Key responsibilities and tasks will involve: – Maintain up-to-date understanding of the applicable local and international clinical research regulations and ensure compliance with ICH-GCP and institutional policies. – Provide training to investigators and study staff on regulatory and protocol requirements as needed. – Coordinate all regulatory, logistical, training, and reporting activities required for the implementation of clinical studies/trials. – Prepare, manage, and maintain essential study documentation, including regulatory files, study reports, monitoring documentation, and version-controlled study materials. – Liaise with colleagues in other TB teams, including data and laboratory teams, and other groups within OUCRU to ensure quality and harmonious exe ution of study procedures. – Translate study documents (Vietnamese – English – Vietnamese). – Develop and implement standard operating procedures to ensure the quality of study conduct. – Organize logistics of study materials including files, test kits, patient samples, data and other materials. – Maintain excellent communication with inpatient and outpatient treating doctors about the study procedures. Support the accurate clinical data collection and enter data into the study Case Report Forms (CRFs) in a timely manner. – Conduct source data verification to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency between CRFs and clinical records. – Execute study-related administrative tasks, such as collection of data and regulatory documents, managing reimbursement for patients and study staff, filing or retrieving files, maintaining patient charts and supply inventories, etc. – Coordinate patient visit schedule as per study protocol. – Monitor study progress and identify operational challenges, and report updates to investigators, sponsors and other stakeholders. – Liaise with sponsor for monitoring/audits. Write, file and collate study documentation and visit reports with respect to monitoring. – Organize and participate in group meetings to share experience and contribute to the knowledge of others in the team. – Other tasks as required. |
| Selection criteria | Essential: – Degree in Medicine, Pharmacy, Science, Public Health or a related field. – Excellent attention to detail, being organized, team player, patient, dedicated, and disciplined. – Excellent communication skills in both Vietnamese and English. – Strong organization skills with the ability to prioritize workloads and work within tight deadlines. – Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research team. – Experience conducting or managing clinical studies Desired: – In depth understanding of ICH-GCP – Industry experience – Work experience of a Health Research Institution – Project management training and experience |
| Benefits | – Contracted salary ranges: $1,472 – $1,628 gross per month – 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 each year for the first year, a maximum of 30 days – Other responsibilities and benefits are based on Viet Nam Labour Law. |
| How to apply | Interested qualified candidates are invited to send their detailed resume and cover letter in English, including copies of relevant degrees, certificates, either by email or by post to the following address: Oxford University Clinical Research Unit Laboratory of Clinical Science Hospital for Tropical Diseases 764 Vo Van Kiet, Ward 1, District 5, HCMC Tel: 39237954 Email: hr@oucru.org *** We thank all candidates for their interest but only short-listed applicants will be notified for interview. |
| Contact person | Ms Nguyen Thi Hong Phuc |
| Deadline for submission | 25 March 2026 |