Research Coordinator - Pathology, Pathology& Laboratory Medicine

Research Coordinator, Pathology & Laboratory Medicine

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.

Job Role / Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Assistant Manager, you will be responsible to contribute to assigned academic, administration and education support.

Your job responsibilities will include:To ensure the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of research and data collection activities.

• To assist in monitoring the progress and record keeping of research activities.
• To assist in preparing reports, manuscripts & abstracts for publication/presentation and grant
• applications, as required by investigators, administration, funding agencies, and/or regulatory bodies.
• To prepare and keep records of teaching / research materials.
• To assist in conducting practical lab sessions.
• To maintain and keep records of Lab. equipment.
• To follow the rotation schedule assigned by the reporting person.
• To raise Purchase requisition (PRs), Material Stock Requests (MSRs), and payment requisition in alignment with research and teaching requirements.
• Assist in the grant budget, GVR, ensuring optimal allocation of funds for teaching, research, and operational requirements.
• Conduct cost analysis for research projects and teaching activities to optimize resource utilization and identify areas for cost savings.
• To ensure compliance with the applicable quality standards of certified and accredited bodies with whom the organization is certified and / or accredited.
• Undertaking activities for continues for professional development in line with the plan.
• Any other duty or responsibility assigned by the reporting person.

Eligibility Criteria / Requirements:

• MSc degreein relevant field of study
• 2-3 years of related work experience in health care institution
• excellent hands on strategic management planning and trouble shooting skills
• proficiency in computer skills
• good knowledge of employee relation techniques
• good communication & interpersonal skills.

Disclaimer:

The Aga Khan University is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment which is free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at AKU are based on business needs, job requirements and individual’s qualifications and experience, without regard to race, colour, caste or creed, national, social or ethnic origin, gender (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification). AKU does not discriminate among the job candidates on account of any of these characteristics.