Instructor (Research), Department of Paediatrics and Child Health

Instructor (Research), Department of Paediatrics and Child Health

Entity:
Medical College

Location:
Karachi, Pakistan

Introduction:
Chartered in 1983, The Aga Khan University as Pakistan's first private international university is committed to the provision of education, research, and health care of international standard relevant to Pakistan and the region. The affiliated Aga Khan University Hospital has well-equipped investigative services and provides state-of-the-art clinical facilities.

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.

The Department of Paediatrics and Child Health at the Aga Khan University is dedicated to providing cutting-edge clinical services to children. We offer high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate training, including subspecialty training and research opportunities. Our inpatient facilities feature a Paediatric ward with two units totaling 84 beds and a state-of-the-art Intensive Care Unit (Neonatal/Paediatric & Paediatric Cardiac Intensive Care units) equipped with the latest technologies and protocols. Additionally, our Paediatric Cardiology section offers a recognized three-year Fellowship training program accredited by CPSP.

This is a grant funded contractual position.

Responsibilities:
You will be responsible to:

• provide research and technical support to supervising faculty in developing grant proposals, initiating research activities, managing research projects, and collaborating with other departments under the guidance of the supervisor
• liaise with key partners to monitor activities in various field operations and conduct monitoring visits to ensure data quality
  contribute directly to developing a research strategy for ongoing projects and prepare proposals to secure funding
• identify logistics for survey teams with the support of relevant departments and delegate tasks among teams for various project activities
• coordinate with the data management unit regarding data-related issues and updates
• collaborate with the team on key research talking points
• track and report on research activities, progress, and outcomes
• prepare and compile periodic progress reports and present study results as required
• conduct periodic reviews and evaluations of the efficiency of research efforts in collaboration with key internal and external stakeholders
• participate in capacity-building workshops with the supervisor, conduct research, and publish papers in academic journals
• liaise with current researchers to identify and develop future research and funding initiatives, and to develop and manage
• current and future research administration.

Requirements:
You should have:

• a master’s degree or equivalent in public health, epidemiology, social sciences, biological sciences, or a related discipline with strong field-based or operational research experience
• at least four to five years of bench experience, preferably in a cell, molecular biology, or serology laboratory
• excellent knowledge of research methodologies and data analysis techniques, especially the basics of mathematical modeling
• excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and in teams, and to establish harmonious working relationships in the workplace
• outstanding ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and meet stringent deadlines
• ability to assess critical situations and provide analytical solutions
• capability to mentor junior staff and contribute to their training and development
• excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex ideas and information clearly and meaningfully to various stakeholders
• proficiency in scientific grant writing for international and national agencies
• proficiency in computer applications, particularly MS Office and other relevant software packages for data entry and analysis
  demonstrated scholarly output in the form of scientific papers, presentations, and reports.

Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted.