Research Coordinator

Position: Research Coordinator

Location: Nasarawa state

Number: 1

Position Overview

Jhpiego, through STAR Nigeria, is conducting an implementation research study to assess the feasibility and acceptance of blood and oral fluid Hepatitis C self-test kits in Nasarawa state. Jhpiego is seeking an experience Research Coordinator to oversee this study in Nasarawa for a period of 12 months

The position reports to the STAR Project Director and receives day-to-day technical supervision and other support from the Strategic Information advisor. The Research Coordinator will provide overall coordination of the HCV study; overseeing the ethical implementation of the study, participate in training of data collection staff and coordinates data collection; oversee recruitment of human subjects, as well as to write and edit reports and manuscripts.**

Responsibilities:

· Collaborate with study personnel in the strategic planning of study implementation.

· Ensure submission for IRB approvals.

· Oversee the recruitment, training and supervision of research assistants.

· Coordinate data collection for the study.

· Oversee accurate data entry into study database.

· Closely track study recruitment and enrollment and keep study PI updated on progress to sample size.

· Ensure compliance with the study protocol and standard operating procedures.

· Consult with co-investigators on appropriate management of participant problems and concerns.

· Ensure that the study is executed successfully and completed within time frames to meet research objectives.

· Oversee data management including data cleaning and analysis

· Participate in writing and editing of a technical reports and manuscripts for publication or presentation.

· Perform any other programmatic duties related to the study.

Required Qualifications/ Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Demography, Economics, Sociology, public health or any other related social science subject, master’s degree will be an added advantage

· At least 3 years’ experience in HIV/AIDS related research design, implementation and publication

· Excellent knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research models and data analysis

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Experience in writing high quality reports to funders and other stakeholders

· Excellent English writing skill

· Highly proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

· Strong planning, time management and project management skills

· Strong people management and leadership skills

· Familiarity with quantitative data storage and analysis systems

· Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment

· Results-oriented, professional, accountable and proactive

· Attention to detail and ability to deliver to a deadline

· Must be able to work independently with little supervision

· Strong interpersonal and decision-making skills

· Excellent communication skills