Fresh Graduate Jobs in Nigeria for Temporary TB Research Assistants at The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN)
The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and
reputable indigenous non-governmental organization implementing a
comprehensive family-focused HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment
program in partnership with the different tiers of the Government of
Nigeria at national,
state, local and site levels. To ensure continued
improvement in the quality of services we provide to our clients, we are
conducting a research to assess the uptake of ART to TBHIV co-infected
patients in FCT. We therefore require the services of resourceful and
experienced fresh graduates for a short term position as Research
Assistants (RAs).
OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates
POSITION: Temporary TB Research Assistants (27 positions)
OPENING DATE: June 05th, 2015
CLOSING DATE: June 19th, 2015
WORK HOURS: 8:30am to 4:30pm daily(Monday to Friday)
DURATION: Two (2) weeks.
RENUMERATION: Payment will be made weekly to all selected RAs as in line with our terms of engagement.
Ref: CDC/IHVN-002
BASIC FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:
The RAs are to undergo a three day training and practicum after
which they are to be stationed in a given health care facility in Ogun
State for the entire duration of the study. RAs are expected to:
- Work in assigned facilities to interview selected facility staff using well-structured questionnaires.
- Conduct chart abstraction in line with the assessment guidelines
- Trackclients identified during the abstraction to other facilities.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
NOTE:
All applicants MUST address each selection criterion detailed below
with specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion or
the application will not be considered.
- Fresh graduates/NYSC members in biological sciences, medical sciences or related fields.
- Knowledge of TBHIV program and research work will be an added advantage.
- Good computer skills.
- Must be based and familiar with the respective Local Government Council within Ogun State.
- Must be willing to work in assigned facilities.
- Good communication skills.
- Prior experience in Research interview.
SELECTION PROCESS
Only shortlisted applicants will be invited for a written and oral interview.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following:
- A type-written application letter specifically applying
for this position. Please state the reference number and job title on
the application letter and send to: [email protected] .
- Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards,
copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements
of the position as listed above should also be submitted along with the
application letter to the email above.