I have worked in clinical research for eleven years as a research pharmacist. I have worked in over 15 randomized clinical research trials which include PMTCT, Rotavirus, HIV management and prevention and HIV-related co-morbidities like TB, cryptococcal meningitis and oral candidiasis. My duty as a research pharmacist was to ensure the accurate and complete collection of pharmacy –related data from participants. In addition I ensured the constant availability of study product (ARVs and vaccines) by communicating with suppliers which included Boehringer-Ingelheim, Gilead, GlaxoSmithKline and Abbott. I have been in charge of anti- retroviral stock worth over US$500 000 at any point in time. My greatest career achievement has been, being part of a team which established an opportunistic infections (mainly HIV) clinic for all ex- HIV research participants. This came after the realization that most ex-research participants were left disadvantaged after clinical trials ended. Other notable achievements include being a team player in protocol development of the EARNEST study and being a co-investigator in a sub study – CLEAR where I ensured fair randomization and blinding of participants.

Physically and mentally hard working Goal orientated.

HIV, malaria, TB and Cancer research Protocol writing Critiquing of papers and poster presentations Monitoring of research projects.

Gardening Watching documentaries Reading.

The JLI online learning allowed me to work at my own pace as I have a busy career and family life. A self paced course allowed me to implement lessons learnt from the modules.

Having completed my programme I have found that all the material was relevant and has enabled me to be a better practitioner.

I would like to write and edit research – related material including, but not limited to protocols and investigator’ brochures.

I excel at critiquing medical articles.

It was balanced, diverse and informative.