Application Guide

How to Apply for Consultant, Therapeutic Efficacy Study of Antimalarial Medicines, REACH Malaria

at Path

🏢 About Path

PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to advancing health equity through innovation and partnerships. Their REACH Malaria initiative focuses on strengthening malaria control and elimination efforts, making a tangible impact on communities most affected by the disease. Working here means contributing to evidence-based public health solutions that save lives.

About This Role

This role involves leading a therapeutic efficacy study (TES) of antimalarial medicines in collaboration with national malaria control programs (NMCPs). You will design protocols, oversee data collection, ensure ethical compliance, and analyze results to inform treatment policy. The position is critical for monitoring drug resistance and ensuring effective malaria treatment.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve a virtual check-in with an NMCP partner to discuss study site progress, followed by reviewing incoming data for quality issues. You could spend the afternoon drafting a protocol amendment for ethical approval or analyzing preliminary efficacy results to prepare a report for stakeholders.

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🎯 Who Path Is Looking For

  • Holds an advanced degree (MPH, PhD, or similar) in public health, epidemiology, or a related field, with a focus on infectious diseases or malaria.
  • Has hands-on experience designing and conducting clinical or field-based studies, particularly in low-resource settings and with NMCPs.
  • Possesses deep knowledge of malaria control strategies, antimalarial drug efficacy monitoring (e.g., WHO TES guidelines), and resistance surveillance.
  • Demonstrates strong data analysis skills (e.g., using STATA, R, or SPSS) and the ability to write clear, policy-relevant reports for diverse audiences.

📝 Tips for Applying to Path

1

Highlight specific experience with therapeutic efficacy studies (TES) or similar antimalarial drug monitoring projects, including any work with WHO protocols.

2

Emphasize collaboration with national malaria control programs (NMCPs) or ministries of health, as this role requires close partnership.

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Showcase your ability to manage ethical approvals (e.g., IRB submissions) and data quality assurance in field settings.

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Tailor your resume to include quantifiable outcomes (e.g., 'Led a TES across 5 sites, resulting in policy change for first-line treatment').

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In your cover letter, mention familiarity with PATH's REACH Malaria initiative and how your work aligns with their mission to combat malaria.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your experience leading or contributing to antimalarial TES or similar drug efficacy studies.', 'Ability to work effectively with NMCPs and local stakeholders to ensure study success.', 'Analytical and report-writing skills that translate data into policy recommendations.', "Commitment to global health equity and malaria elimination, aligning with PATH's values."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read PATH's REACH Malaria page and recent publications on antimalarial resistance in target regions.
  • → Review WHO's Guidelines for the Treatment of Malaria and TES methodology.
  • → Look into current malaria drug resistance patterns in the regions where PATH operates (e.g., sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia).
  • → Familiarize yourself with PATH's organizational structure and how the REACH initiative collaborates with other global health partners.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a TES you've been involved in: how did you handle challenges like recruitment, drug quality, or data discrepancies?
2 How would you engage with an NMCP to ensure buy-in and smooth implementation of a study?
3 Walk us through your approach to analyzing TES data and interpreting resistance markers.
4 What ethical considerations are unique to antimalarial TES in field settings? How do you address them?
5 How do you stay updated on evolving WHO guidelines for antimalarial efficacy monitoring?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't reference PATH or REACH Malaria specifically.
  • Failing to demonstrate hands-on field experience with TES or similar studies (e.g., only listing academic research).
  • Overlooking the importance of policy impact—this role is about informing treatment guidelines, not just collecting data.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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