Research Assistant Job Vacancy at Eko Innovation Centre


Eko Innovation Centre (or Eko iCentre) is a growth and development Hub for start-ups and entrepreneurs in Nigeria, with the aim of grooming them to become global challengers. We are recruiting to fill the position below:       Job Title: Research Assistant Location: Lagos Objective

  • The Research Assistantship is a role under the Academy of the Eko Innovation Centre
  • Under the supervision of faculty members, the Research Assistant is responsible for assisting the faculty members in a variety of tasks which may include preparing resources, equipment, materials for the research, documenting results, etc in support of the research activities
  • Research subjects are focused around entrepreneurship and successful business ventures in various sectors.
Typical Duties
  • Maintain accurate records of interviews, safeguarding the confidentiality of subjects, as necessary.
  • Summarize project results and prepare progress reports
  • Write and edit materials for publication and presentation.
  • Meets with faculty supervisor on regular basis to maintain ongoing communication regarding the quality of the assistant’s performance.
  • Performs other related duties as required.
  • Research and collect data through several techniques and procedures including library research, structured interviews or other project specific methodology.
  • Schedule, organize and report on status of research activities.
  • Plan and modify research techniques, procedures, tests, and software management.
  • Travel to field sites to collect and record data and/or samples as appropriate to the specific objectives of the study
  • Prepare interview questions
Requirements
  • 1 to 3 years’ experience in research field.
  • Minimum of HND in any relevant field.
  • Knowledge of use of any data analysis software is of greater advantage.
Skills/Abilities:
  • Critical thinking.
  • Ability to maintain quality and safety control standards.
  • Subject knowledge and oral/written communication skills to discuss and document research progress.
  • Ability to work independently, accurately and solve technical and methodological issues that arise during the course of the research.
  • Attention to detail, ability to apply sound research techniques, methodology and logical critical analysis.
  • Strong organization and interpersonal skills.
    How To Apply Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV and Cover Letter to: [email protected] using the Job Title as subject of the mail.