WASH Field Researcher — School Sanitation & Behavior

Ghent University; Belgique; Remote; EUR 40.000 - 56.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Ghent University is seeking a researcher for a six-month project in Ethiopia to study the usability of school toilets and hygiene practices. You will conduct systematic observations and behavioural surveys and help report results for international journals.

The candidate should hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field, have strong English skills, and be prepared for extended fieldwork in LMICs; Ghent offers training opportunities and holiday leave.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Public Health, Civil Engineering, Bioengineering, Psychology, Sociology or related field.
• Knowledge of WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene), preferably in school settings.
• Experience with observational research and field data collection.
• Ability to develop behavioural questionnaires.
• Willingness to spend extended periods in LMICs conducting fieldwork.
• Excellent command of English (spoken and written).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; engaging with diverse communities.
• Experience with scientific writing is an asset.

Aufgaben

• As part of a research project in Ethiopia on school toilets, assess current conditions, functionality and use.
• Investigate how school facilities are used through behavioural surveys and interviews.
• Analyse and report research findings; contribute to manuscripts for publication.

Jobbeschreibung

Ghent University is seeking a researcher for a six-month project in Ethiopia to study the usability of school toilets and hygiene practices. You will conduct systematic observations and behavioural surveys and help report results for international journals.

The candidate should hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field, have strong English skills, and be prepared for extended fieldwork in LMICs; Ghent offers training opportunities and holiday leave.