Research Assistant

icddr,b is a Bangladesh-based international health research institute that strives to solve key public health problems through high-quality scientific research and innovation. As a values-based organization icddr,b encourages women and people with disabilities.

The success of the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) depends on the ability to identify and reach the vulnerable and underserved communities in Bangladesh. Gavi and the Global Immunization Agenda 2030 have greatly intensified their emphasis on equity, intending to reach children who missed routine immunization. To reduce inequities, including gender inequities in accessing immunization, icddr,b will be implementing “Bangladesh Country Learning Hub” with its partner organizations.

Key Resposibilites:

• The Research Assistant will be reporting to the Principal Investigator and responsible for providing technical support for conducting the formative and implementation part of the study. S/he will involve in documentation management, literate review, transcription, assist in writing report, and manuscripts within the extent of the organization’s guidelines, and carry out logistic and administrative necessities.
• Conduct literature review;
• Prepare weekly reports, field notes and other documentation to track project activities and outcomes;
• Transcribe the collected qualitative data and contribute in qualitative data analysis;
• Assist in writing study reports and articles for peer-reviewed journals;
• Ensure ethical standards throughout the research process.

Required qualification and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in relevant fields.
• Preference will be given to those who have experience in implementation of research activities on Immunization.

Source: https://career.icddrb.org/vacancy-preview/11929