Senior Research Assistant - Community Health Sciences

• conduct participant screening, recruitment, and informed consent in accordance with ethical guidelines
• administer structured surveys and study questionnaires in the field
• help in the mapping exercise to record GIS for our data collection points
• conduct observations and fill out checklist in the selected field areas
• collect and accurately record quantitative data using tools such as REDCap/Kobo tool box
• conduct qualitative interviews (IDIs and FGDs)
• take detailed and accurate field notes during qualitative interviews, capturing key observations, non-verbal cues, and contextual insights
• transcribe and translate audio-recorded qualitative interviews with attention to detail and confidentiality
• willing to organize and attend regular meetings with the study stakeholders and take notes
• manage and securely store participant data
• maintain accurate field logs, documentation, and study materials
• schedule and coordinate appointments and follow-up visits with participants
• ensure compliance with study protocols and standard operating procedures
• communicate effectively with research supervisors and team members, providing timely updates from the field.

• minimum education: Intermediate (12 years of schooling)
• at least 1–2 years of experience in community-based data collection
• strong understanding of field research protocols, including participant consent and ethical guidelines
• proficiency in using digital tools and data entry platforms; experience with REDCap is highly preferred
• ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with diverse community members
• fluent in Sindhi will be preferred
• detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills
• strong written and verbal communication skills in English and local languages (Urdu/Sindhi)
• organized, self-motivated, and able to work independently and collaboratively with diverse teams
• willingness to travel to field sites regularly (within Karachi and Jamshoro) and adjust to evolving project needs

Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted.