Manager (Research) - (260003OH)
Manager (Research)Department: Centre of Excellence in Women and Child HealthDepartment: The Aga Khan UniversityLocation: KarachiIntroduction:
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.As an equal opportunity employer, AKU believes in promoting a diverse and inclusive culture and is committed to adopt appropriate standards for safeguarding and promoting a respectful relationship with and between diverse workforce of its faculty, staff, trainees, volunteers, beneficiaries, wider communities, and other stakeholders with whom it works, including children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees/trainees and partners to share this commitment.This a grant funded contractual position.Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for overall coordination of the research projects which involves to prepare, update project documents, communicate with collaborators and investigators, implement research projects in field, conduct data analysis and compilation of project reports. Specific, you will be responsible to:Implementation and supervision of Research projects, developing instruments for data collection and monitoring;developing SoPs for project and administrative processes and procedures to facilitate standardized practices at all field sites, hiring and training of physicians as per project's requirements;liaison with community leaders and project staff to ensure smooth running of project activities within the settings;develop proposals for submission to granting agencies as per the requirements mentioned and agreed timelines;facilitate Co/PI in finalizing the proposals for grants to be submitted;draft and submit manuscripts of the designated work in a reputed international journal;actively contribute to publications in peer-reviewed journals, present at conferences, and participate in academic discussions to disseminate research outcomes;hiring and training of research staff as per project requirements;working closely with administrative staff to ensure discipline, sufficient supplies and optimal staff at the field sites on day-to-day basis;observing, troubleshooting and reporting to higher management with solution for identified problems for efficient performances at field sites;preparation and compilation of study progress report;submit manuscripts for publications in collaboration with the Data Manager, produce monthly project reports;present the study results as per the requirement;providing mentorship/trainings to research staff to encourage knowledge exchange; engaging in professional development opportunities, including standalone courses, workshops, seminars, and training sessions, to build capacity.
You should have:MPH / M.Sc. in Epidemiology and Biostatistics / M.Sc. in health policy and management / Masters in sociology or any other relevant field, having an MBBS would be preferable;4 to 5 years relevant experience along with research and health systems experience;strong communication and interpersonal skills;capacity to conduct qualitative and quantitative research;familiarity with the government health system;capability to manage the field team, work independently, and take initiative;experience in community-based management of acute malnutrition projects is preferable;computer skills: MS Word, Spreadsheets;excellent writing and speaking skills in English. Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted.
: Pakistan
: Aga Khan Hospital & Medical College
: Contractual
: Standard
: 18/09/2026, 10:10:34 AM
: 25/09/2026, 6:59:00 PM
