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Manager (Research), Centre of Excellence in Women and Child Health

Aga Khan University
Karachi Division, سندھ
Full time
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Manager (Research), Centre of Excellence in Women and Child Health - (250001VC)

 

Manager (Research), Centre of Excellence in Women and Child Health

Entity: Aga Khan University

Location: Karachi

Introduction to the Aga Khan University: 

The Aga Khan University is a private, international university committed to international standards of excellence in teaching, research and service. Its teaching hospital, the Aga Khan University Hospital has been accredited by the prestigious Joint Commission International for achieving the highest international healthcare standards.

As an equal opportunity employer, AKU believes in promoting a diverse and inclusive culture and is committed to adopt appropriate standards for safeguarding and promoting a respectful relationship with and between diverse workforce of its faculty, staff, trainees, volunteers, beneficiaries, wider communities, and other stakeholders with whom it works, including children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees/trainees and partners to share this commitment.

This is a grant-funded contractual position.

Job Role / Responsibilities:

You will be responsible for overall coordination of the research project which involves preparation and update of project documents, communication with collaborators and investigators, implementation of project in the field sites and compilation of various reports. Specific responsibilities include to:

  • Implementation and supervision of Research projects, developing instruments for data collection and monitoring;

  • developing SoPs for project and administrative processes and procedures to facilitate standardized practices at all field sites, hiring and training of physicians as per the project's requirements;

  • liaison with community leader and project staff to ensure smooth running of project activities within the settings;

  • develop proposals for submission to granting agencies as per the requirement mentioned and agreed timelines;

  • facilitate Co/PI in finalizing the proposals of grants to be submitted;

  • draft and submit manuscript of the designated work in a reputed international journal;

  • actively contribute to publications in peer-reviewed journals, present at conferences, and participate in academic discussions to disseminate research outcomes;

  • hiring and training of research staff as per project requirements;

  • working closely with administrative staff to ensure discipline, sufficient supplies and optimal staff at the field sites on day-to-day basis;

  • observing, troubleshooting and reporting to higher management with solution for identified problems for efficient performances at field sites;

  • preparation and compilation of study progress report;

  • submit manuscripts for publications;

  • in collaboration with the Data Manager, produce monthly project reports;

  • present the study results as per the requirement;

  • providing mentorship/trainings to research staff to encourage knowledge exchange;    

  • engaging in professional development opportunities, including standalone courses, workshops, seminars, and training sessions, to build capacity.

  • incumbent will be required to travel to different field sites within and outside Karachi; might require staying at remote locations as per the requirements of project activities;
  • international travels will also be involved as per the requirement.
 

 

Requirements:

 You should have:

  • MPH / M.Sc. in Epidemiology and Biostatistics / M.Sc. in health policy and management / Master's in sociology or any other relevant field;
  • having an MBBS would be preferable;
  • 3 to 5 years relevant experience, along with research and health systems experience;  
  • strong communication and interpersonal skills;
  • capacity to conduct qualitative and quantitative research;
  • familiarity with the government health system;
  • capability to manage a field team, work independently, and take initiative;
  • computer skills: MS Word, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentation;
  • excellent writing and speaking skills in English.

Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted.

 

Primary Location

: Pakistan-Karachi

Organisation

: Aga Khan Hospital & Medical College

Employee Status

: Contractual

Job Type

: Standard

Job Posting

: 27/06/2025, 12:14:06 PM

Closing Date

: 11/07/2025, 6:59:00 PM
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