Quantitative Research Assistant (10)

Reports to: Study Coordinator

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in data collection following the study protocol.
• Respond to questions from respondents during data collection.
• Participate in data validation to ensure data quality.
• Provide daily updates on fieldwork, including completed interviews and any issues encountered.
• Work independently with minimal supervision, meeting deadlines.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Study Coordinator or data collection team leaders.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Sciences, Public Health, Statistics, or a related discipline. Candidates with experience in UgandaEMR or HIV treatment records are encouraged to apply.
• Certificate in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) or Human Subject Protection is required.
• Experience with electronic data collection using tablets or mobile phones.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Prior experience in extracting health data, particularly from ART clinics.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow study-specific procedures and guidelines reliably.

How to Apply:

Applications and supporting documentation shall be submitted as one PDF file to [email protected]  (addressed to the Dean – School of Public Health) Please quote the position you are applying for in the subject head of your email and provide a reliable 24-hour phone contact. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 18th December 2024 by 5:00pm