Field Research Coordinator: Pediatrics & PRISMA

Aga Khan University; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Aga Khan University invites applications for the position of Research Coordinator (PRISMA) in the Paediatrics & Child Health department. The role involves coordinating field research activities, ensuring data quality, and supporting participant enrolment across community sites in Pakistan.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred in related fields) and 1–2 years of community research experience, with strong data handling, communication, and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master’s preferred in Arts, Science, Organisational Psychology, Sociology or related field.
• 1–2 years of community research experience.
• Strong time management and ability to work in a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills; resilient under pressure.
• Willingness to work in communities and field sites; strong data handling skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate field operations for socio-behavioural health research.
• Develop and train field staff in data collection and interviewing techniques.
• Ensure data quality and proper documentation of interview notes.
• Screen hospital data and lab reports for enrolment according to protocols.
• Monitor field teams and perform quality checks on datasets.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Data collection

Report writing

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Aga Khan University invites applications for the position of Research Coordinator (PRISMA) in the Paediatrics & Child Health department. The role involves coordinating field research activities, ensuring data quality, and supporting participant enrolment across community sites in Pakistan.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred in related fields) and 1–2 years of community research experience, with strong data handling, communication, and teamwork skills.