Data Collector, Paediatrics and Child Health at Aga Khan University

, , Pakistan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Anthropometric Measurements, Data Collection, Field Research, Communication Skills, MS Word, MS Excel, Public Interaction, Patient Interaction

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Introduction: The Outreach and Research Programme of the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health supports large-scale, internationally funded research initiatives focused on improving maternal and child health outcomes. The Department works closely with global collaborators and manages complex clinical, academic, and research operations. The Aga Khan University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive culture. AKU adopts appropriate standards for safeguarding and promoting respectful relationships within its workforce, including children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees to share this commitment. Responsibilities: Specific responsibilities include to: do household visits as per project protocol conduct maternal and newborn anthropometric measurements. support the Senior Research Assistant during household visits and field activities any other logistic support that may be needed for the project ensure timely data collection and submission follow field protocols and report any challenges to the supervisor promptly do any other task assigned by the supervisor Requirements: You should have: matric or above qualification minimum one year of experience in hospital/research facility ability to give oral instructions/information to patients and parents in colloquial English and/or Urdu effective communication skills demonstrated professional integrity mature, reliable and responsible able to understand and follow instructions ability to speak and understand job related English and Urdu basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel) person with experience of public interaction will be preferred This is a close-ended position. Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted. Disclaimer: The Aga Khan University is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment which is free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at AKU are based on business needs, job requirements and individual’s qualifications and experience, without regard to race, colour, caste or creed, national, social or ethnic origin, gender (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification). AKU does not discriminate among the job candidates on account of any of these characteristics.

Responsibilities

Conduct household visits to perform maternal and newborn anthropometric measurements according to project protocols. Support the Senior Research Assistant in field activities and ensure timely data submission.