Aga Khan University, chartered in 1983 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 provides state-of-the art clinical facilities and well-equipped diagnostic services. The University currently has teaching sites in Pakistan, East Africa, the United Kingdom, and Afghanistan, and is a major component of Aga Khan Development Network.

The Department of Community Health Sciences (CHS) is the leading unit of its type in Pakistan, recognized regionally and internationally for the relevance, quality, and extent of its work in support of public health and the development of primary health care systems. It comprises of five major operational sections: Epidemiology & biostatistics, Health policy & management, Population & reproductive health, Environmental health & climate change, and Non-communicable diseases & mental health.

This is a grant-funded contractual position.

You will be responsible to:

• independently conduct data collection, on tablet-based applications and conduct assessment of vital signs such as height, weight, and blood pressure
• ensure accuracy and reliability in recording and documenting collected data on tablets
• communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding data collection activities and any issues encountered
• ability to collect and compile data from various sources, including databases, surveys, interviews, and experiments
• assist in conducting literature reviews, collecting, and analyzing data, and preparing research reports
• perform statistical analysis and interpret research findings using software tools like SPSS, R, or Excel
• coordinate logistics for research activities, such as scheduling participant appointments and arranging equipment
• provide administrative support, such as preparing documents, scheduling meetings, and managing correspondence
• follow ethical guidelines and standards in all aspects of data collection and assessment
• complete required documentation and paperwork accurately and promptly
• assist in drafting research proposals, presentations, and manuscripts for publication
• organize and maintain research databases and files by data management protocols
• perform statistical analysis and interpret research findings using software tools like SPSS, R, or Excel
• participate in team meetings, discussions, and brainstorming sessions to contribute ideas and insights.