Research Assistant for a Systematic Review – Medical Research Lounge (MRL) Short Term Vacancy Announcement; February 4, 2025
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Organization: Medical Research Lounge (MRL)
Position: Research Assistant for a Systematic Review
Location: Hybrid (On Site: Addis Ababa)
Date of Announcement: February 3, 2025
Deadline: February 6, 2025
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Job Description
Medical Research Lounge (MRL) is seeking a Research Assistant (short-term, two weeks) for a systematic review project on CEU framework accreditation. Qualified health professionals with research training and experience are encouraged to apply. This position offers a valuable opportunity to contribute to evidence synthesis and enhance research methodology skills.
Position Description
Type: Full-time
Duration: February 08-22, 2025
Eligibility: Open to health professionals with research training and experience
Encouraged Applicants: MRL members and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
Duties and responsibilities:
- Conduct literature searches and data extraction for systematic reviews
- Critically appraise research articles for quality and relevance
- Synthesize findings and contribute to manuscript preparation
- Engage in team discussions and provide research insights
- Maintain research documentation and adhere to ethical research practices
- Regularly communicate with the supervisor and the rest of the research team
- Strictly stick to the work schedule
Location: Hybrid (On Site: Addis Ababa)
Number needed: Six (6)
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Job requirements
Qualifications & Requirements
- A degree in medicine, public health, pharmacy, nursing, or a related health sciences field.
- Research training, whether short-term or long-term, for which a validated certificate of completion can be provided.
- Prior experience in research undertaking, including systematic reviews, meta-analysis, or qualitative evidence synthesis, for which a proof can be provided.
- Proficiency in research databases (e.g., PubMed, Cochrane Library) and reference management tools (e.g., EndNote, Mendeley, Zotero)
- Strong analytical and critical appraisal skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Is highly organized, detail-oriented and proactive
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a research team
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit the following:
1. Updated CV highlighting relevant research experience as detailed in the above section.
2. Cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for the position.
3. Sample research work (if available)
Application Deadline
Deadline for applications: February 6, 2025, 23:59 (EAT)
How to Apply:
Submit your application following the link here…
https://forms.gle/NQRWMpyDXsxHAXMw9.
Successful candidates will be notified shortly after the review process.
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