Research Assistant, Institute of Human Development at Aga Khan University Hospital

Job Summary

To assist with Neurodevelopmental assessments of study participants. The data collection will take place within the hospital facilities. The Research Assistant- Neurodevelopmental Assessments will be expected to work with the hospital staff to ensure data collection and recruitment, while observing adherence to standard operating protocols for the specific studies.

Responsibilities

• Screen and identify eligible participants among children at the hospitals;
• Provide information, education and support to families or guardians of potentially eligible research participants;
• Administer the informed consent process for the study;
• Assist in collection of sociodemographic and phenotype data, using research electronic data capture software; and
• Foster good working relations with hospital’s nursing and clinical team and be willing to participate in continuous medical education (CME) activities in mental/neurological health care.

Requirements 

• A degree in Psychology, Early childhood Education/ Development, and other allied fields;
• Formal training in the use of Neurodevelopmental Assessment tools;
• At least 2 years’ experience in research specifically related to Neurodevelopment;
• Flexible – able to work extra hours when needed;
• Able to work with vulnerable populations such as those with neurological or mental health disorders;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written); and
• Be computer-literate with proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Office applications.