Junior Research Fellow at Strathmore University

Basic job summary:

This position will be responsible for providing research assistance to the Vice Chancellor Designate by collecting data, keeping records, conducting literature review and technical research, analyzing data and preparing reports.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for preparation of research proposals and implementation of research projects.
• Responsible for collecting various forms of data pertaining to the research projects carried out by the Vice Chancellor.
• Responsible for keeping records of information obtained during research.  This may include development and maintenance of a database of information, hard files, etc.
• Responsible for conducting literature review and technical research in relation to research projects undertaken by the Vice Chancellor Designate.
• Responsible for data analysis and preparation of research reports, articles, cases etc.

Minimum Academic Qualifications:

• Masters in Organizational Behavior (or Psychology, or a relevant Management or Social Science postgraduate course; knowledge of the Entrepreneurship Field is also a plus).
• At least 3 years’ experience in managing research
• Skills in Mixed Methods (both Qualitative and Quantitative Methods, and how they interact)

Competencies and Attributes

• Excellent analytical skills
• Ability to conduct research
• Organized
• Excellent English and writing skills
• Excellent communication skills and emotional quotient
• Dynamic and innovative