Research Associate, School of Nursing and Midwifery

Job Summary

To coordinate and undertake research activities within AKU-SONAM with oversight from the Dean. To implement the day-to-day tasks related to research and Assist in supervising research assistants and field staff in data collection, entry and other duties related to the assigned research studies.

Responsibilities

• Timely implementation of research activities (Implementation plans, data collection, entry, analysis, and report writing), with support from research assistants and field staff.
• Provide administrative and logistical support to research teams
• Identify and assist in development of response to fund raising opportunities that contribute to development of program and study intervention proposals
• Provide technical assistance on research methodology to junior researchers and program staff
• Assist in data analysis reporting and dissemination activities
• Ensure proper financial management and accountability for activities as per allocated budgets
• Assist in developing outputs on research related activities such as articles, abstracts, and manuscripts
• Engage with various stakeholders to encourage shared learning and contribute to evidence utilization
• Maintain internal communication on technical and procedural matters with the Dean/ Study PI and responsible for ensuring that issues emerging during project implementation are directed to the relevant persons in a timely manner

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Statistics or a related field from a reputable University
• High proficiency in computer programs, especially Data analysis and Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrable experience in leading research work and related fields of knowledge management.
• Excellent skills in collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of complex data sets.
• Experience in working with research institutions.
• Sharp analytical, organizational and documentation skills.
• Keen attention to detail.