Posted on : March 21, 2024 Application deadline : March 31, 2024
Senior Research Assistant (Adv#87/2024)
icddr,b is a Bangladesh-based international health research institute that strives to solve key public health problems through high-quality scientific research and innovation. As a values-based organization, icddr,b encourages women and people with disabilities.
The Laboratory of Environmental Health under the Health Systems and Population Studies Division has focused on studies on environmental microbiology related to the ecology and epidemiology of diarrheagenic organisms. Emphasis has been on studies on monitoring of drinking water, wastewater and faecal sludge treatment plants.
Position Descriptions:
The Senior Research Assistant will report to the Principal Investigator and will be responsible for statistical analysis of data generated from the project in the Laboratory of Environmental Health to conduct high-quality lab research within the guidelines of organizational values and guidelines.
Enter and clean data using Excel format. Analyze the data by using statistical software; Prepare graphs/slides for reports and presentations. Check data for errors in consultation with field and lab staff. Manage data for various projects with strict confidentiality. Write initial report based on analysis of the project data. Prepare project progress report for submission to supervisor; Revise reports based on feedback received from the supervisor. Backup database regularly in external drives/computers. Check internal and external validity of data and ensure completeness and correctness.Required qualifications and experience:
Master in Statistics with good academic records. Minimum 3 years of experience in data management and analysis domain.Location: Dhaka
Contract Type and Duration:
Short Term Contractual Service Agreement basis; duration will be 5 months with a possibility of extension subject to availability of funds and performance.Salary & benefits:
Tk 45,593/-per month (consolidated) inclusive of house rent and conveyance allowances; Festival bonus, income tax paid by icddr,b and subsidized canteen; Transport and daycare facilities are subject to space availability.Notes of attention:
Only short-listed candidates shall be invited for written test/interview; The Organization reserves the right to make an appointment at a grade lower than that advertised; icddr,b does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.Interested candidates who fulfil the requirements should submit online applications using icddr,b website: career.icddrb.org by March 31, 2024.