Global Maternal Health Research Assistant

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Global Maternal Health Research Assistant to join their innovative research team. This full-time role focuses on improving maternal and perinatal outcomes globally through a significant research programme. You will gain invaluable experience in project administration, coordination, and research while working in a multidisciplinary environment. This position offers flexible working hours and the opportunity for overseas travel, making it an exciting stepping stone for those passionate about global health research. Join a team committed to making a real difference in maternal health.

Qualifications

• Experience in project administration and coordination.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordination and delivery of the PAPAGAIO programme.
• Support high-quality research through administration and reporting.

Skills

Project administration

Communication skills

Research experience

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Global Maternal Health Research Assistant

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Global Maternal Health Research Assistant

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We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic research assistant to join the central coordinating team for a new global maternal health research group: Preterm pre-eclampsia - placental growth factor testing for reduction of adverse outcomes (PAPAGAIO). The PAPAGAIO research programme is funded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) and aims to improve maternal and perinatal outcomes around the world by evaluating placental growth factor, an angiogenic biomarker for preterm pre-eclampsia. The research will be conducted in Sierra Leone, Zambia, India, Brazil and South Africa. This post will provide extensive experience and is an important stepping-stone for anyone interested in developing their skills as a mixed methods researcher.

The post holder must be comfortable working in a multidisciplinary environment and have excellent communication skills. They must be comfortable working independently and be able to manage competing/conflicting demands on their time. The role calls for a detail-oriented and highly motivated individual with experience in project administration and coordination, and the ability to deliver to time and target. Eligible candidates will have a Bachelors or Master’s degree, ideally with experience in research and Global or Maternal Health.

This is a full-time post for one year, with a probationary review at 3 months. Flexible working hours and location will be permitted. The position is likely to involve overseas travel to research sites.

The Research Assistant is a critical role within the team, supporting the researchers across all the PAPAGAIO sites and projects. They will be responsible for assisting in the coordination, delivery and conduct of the PAPAGAIO programme. They will be responsible for supporting the delivery of high-quality research, through programme administration and organisation, donor reporting, monitoring and evaluation, and budget reporting, whilst also building and maintaining relationships with international partners.

As the only NHS Trust in London with women’s and specialist children’s services on one site we have unique opportunities to provide excellent, high-quality, integrated care for mothers, babies and children. Our directorate provides high quality care to patients across South East London, as well as delivering a range of specialist services both nationally and internationally. Alongside our clinical services, we are integrated with colleagues at Kings College London, delivering a significant programme of research and development.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Louisa Samuels Job title: PAPAGAIO Trial Coordinator Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 02071887188

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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