Research Associate

The Aga Khan University is a distinguished private international institution dedicated to maintaining high standards of excellence in teaching, research, and service. Its affiliated teaching hospital, the Aga Khan University Hospital, has earned accreditation from the Joint Commission International, reflecting its commitment to the highest global healthcare standards. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to community health by promoting maternal and neonatal child health (MNH) practices within targeted populations.

Key Responsibilities

- Mobilize communities to actively participate in promoting maternal and neonatal child health practices and identify areas requiring MNH education and support.
- Conduct surveys to identify research staff for forming health committees.
- Prepare periodic work plans and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to the line manager.
- Facilitate smooth implementation of activities through effective team coordination.
- Supervise and monitor field activities across both covered and uncovered areas.
- Validate field activities such as female support group meetings and group sessions.
- Conduct training sessions and refresher courses for project staff as needed.
- Design research instruments to support project objectives.
- Strengthen referral mechanisms from the community to MNH sites and manage the Emergency Transport Fund System.
- Ensure village health committees provide comprehensive support to project activities.
- Support training and capacity-building initiatives, including organizing training venues, managing logistics, and providing technical assistance.
- Coordinate with local government representatives to align project activities.
- Monitor and participate in daily, weekly, and monthly meetings at the district level alongside staff.

Required Qualifications

- A Bachelor’s degree or MBBS is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.
- Minimum of two years of relevant experience, ideally within community settings, hospitals, or research facilities.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficiency in computer applications, particularly MS Word and Excel.
- Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Ability to work collaboratively within teams and demonstrate resilience under work pressure.
- Excellent report writing and communication abilities.
- Willingness to work in community settings and travel as required by the role.

Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process.