Westat is one of the foremost statistical, health, and social science research organizations in the world. Our mission is to design and support research that will advance the well-being of people worldwide. For more than 30 years, we have collaborated with government agencies, medical centers, universities, nongovernmental organizations, and international agencies on international studies. Our global portfolio includes projects in more than 60 countries; 40 of them are developing nations. Position located in Beijing, China. Westat is seeking a person with experience in project management and knowledge of medical and health research. This position will be responsible for organizing Westat's tasks on health research projects, working directly with the client representatives, completing Westat's tasks, and supervising other Westat staff on the project. The successful candidate will be responsible for making contacts with researchers in the Chinese government, universities, non-governmental organizations, and the pharmaceutical industry to promote Westat's services for their projects. Activities performed may include writing new study proposals and research protocols; developing schedules for performance of the project; creating training and procedures manuals; training research staff at clinics or other facilities; monitoring performance and schedules; performing quality control; writing reports; and monitoring the project budget. The ideal candidate will have a degree in medicine or other health-related field, at least 5 years of experience in health research, previous management experience, and knowledge of HIV or other infectious diseases. Must be fluent in both Mandarin and English, have good training skills, and be available to travel throughout China. Resumes accepted in English only. For immediate consideration, please send your cover letter, indicating Job Code: RPJ/HS/8434 (the Job Code is required to apply), and resume to resume@westat.com www.westat.com EOE

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Beijing - China

Post Date:

26/04/2008