Associate- Research Management at Shamiri Institute

Roles and responsibilities 

• Study Logistics & Coordination 
• Support scheduling and coordination of research activities across schools or field sites. 
• Prepare materials, equipment, and supplies for data collection. 
• Assist with recruitment, tracking, and follow-up of study participants. 
• Data Collection Support 
• Conduct surveys, assessments, or interviews under supervision of senior staff. 
• Ensure proper consent procedures and ethical conduct. 
• Follow study protocols precisely to ensure data integrity. 
• Documentation & Administrative Support 
• Maintain organized records of participant lists, consent forms, daily logs, and field notes. 
• Support preparation of IRB documents, pre-registration materials, and study manuals. 
• Update trackers, spreadsheets, and internal documentation systems. 
• Field Quality Assurance 
• Conduct routine checks to ensure correct administration of instruments. 
• Flag data anomalies, logistical issues, or participant concerns promptly. 
• Support piloting and refinement of data collection tools. 
• Data Management 
• Support data uploads, cleaning, and organization under supervision. 
• Ensure confidentiality and secure data storage practices. 
• Prepare basic summaries or field reports when required. 
• Cross-Team Support 
• Work with service delivery teams, school partners, or clinical staff to coordinate research activities. 
• Support communication between field teams and research leadership. 

Key competencies 

• Strong organizational and communication skills 
• High reliability and attention to detail 
• Ability to follow protocols accurately 
• Comfort working in field environments 
• Strong ethical awareness and professionalism 
• Basic understanding of quantitative or qualitative research methods 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, public health, social sciences, education, or a related field 
• 1-3 years of experience in research support roles 
• Experience with fieldwork, data collection, or participant coordination
• Familiarity with digital data platforms is an advantage