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Job Title: Research Assistant (Clinical Officer)
Organisation: Rakai Health Sciences Program (RHSP)
Duty Station: Kalisizo, Uganda
About the Company:
Rakai Health Sciences Program (RHSP) is a collaborative bio-medical research and service delivery organization. RHSP strives to improve the quality of life of the local population through a combination of community-based research, curative services, and prevention strategies in the districts of South-central Uganda.
Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Research Assistant to support field data collection, participant engagement, and study implementation.
The role involves conducting interviews, recording and validating survey responses, collecting biological specimens, and providing health education to study participants. The ideal candidate must have strong communication skills, ethical awareness, and excellent organizational abilities to ensure accurate data collection and compliance with research protocols.
This position requires working closely with supervisors, maintaining program equipment, and ensuring confidentiality in handling participant information. If you have a passion for public health research and community engagement, you are encouraged to apply.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Data Collection & Documentation
- Participant Engagement & Support
- Specimen Collection & Handling
- Collaboration & Reporting
- Self and Team Preparation of supplies and logistics
- Performing of pre-test & posttest HIV counseling and health education whenever applicable
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Diploma In Clinical Medicine
- Working experience of at least 1 year in a reputable health organization
- Experience in human subject’s research is an added advantage
- Experience in Good clinical Practice (added advantage)
- Willingness to reside in Rakai / Kyotera districts.
Nice to have
- Good Communication skills
- Ability to use a computer
- Strong analytical skills
- Fluent in Luganda
- Ability to work under minimum supervision
Note: Females are encouraged to apply
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should apply online at the link below.
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