Research Coordinator at Jhpiego - John Hopkins University

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