Research Assistant (3 Data Jobs) – Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH)

Job Title: Research Assistant (3 Data Jobs)

Organisation: Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Organisation:

Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH), established in 1954, is a leading institution for public health training, research and community engagement in sub-Saharan Africa. It offers 12+ degree programmes, including PhDs and collaborates with partners in over 35 African countries and several in the Global North to generate evidence, inform policy and build resilient health systems. Recognised for its national relevance and global impact, MakSPH regained its stand-alone status in 2025 and is guided by its 2025–2030 Strategic Plan to advance knowledge for societal transformation.

Job Summary: To support participant recruitment and follow-up data collection, including interviews, blood sample collection and handling, while ensuring high-quality, ethical and protocol-compliant research implementation.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Recruit, screen and obtain informed consent from eligible study participants.
• Collect, prepare, document and coordinate transport of blood samples in line with study protocols.
• Maintain study records, participant identifiers, data-collection tools, supplies and equipment.
• Prepare daily field updates and reports; participate in training, debrief and review meetings.
• Support mobilisation, distribute participant incentives, and comply with study protocols, ethics and confidentiality requirements.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Project Manager.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree, diploma or equivalent qualification, with training in phlebotomy.
• At least two years’ research-assistant experience in quantitative health or psychosocial data collection.
• Proficiency in ODK, Kobo Collect or similar tablet- or phone-based data-collection platforms.
• Fluency in Luganda and English, with strong communication, data-quality and confidentiality skills.
• Experience in fishing-community or health research, and Good Clinical Practice or Human Subjects Protection certification, are added advantages.
• Willingness to work in field settings, relocate or travel to islands, and occasionally work outside official hours.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should complete the application form and upload a cover letter, updated curriculum vitae and supporting documents: Complete the application form here

Address the cover letter to The Dean, Makerere University School of Public Health. State the position applied for, explain your suitability, and provide two referees with their contact details. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Deadline: 24th September 2026

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Level of Education: bachelor degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24