Website Nexus Institute of Research and Innovation (NIRI)
JOB OPPORTUNITY
Research Assistants
Location: Lomanthang Rural Municipality, Upper Mustang
Duration: 3 Months (Starting May 15, 2025)
Position Type: Full Time
Who We’re Looking For
We are seeking two motivated Research Assistants with a background in health (e.g., Health Assistant) who are enthusiastic about contributing to impactful research on senior citizen care and wellbeing in Upper Mustang.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Health-related background (HA or similar)
- Experience in field surveys or data collection
- A local
- Two-wheeler and valid license (preferred)
- Strong communication in Local Language, Nepali, and English
Primary Responsibilities
- Data Collection
- Conduct fieldwork and structured interviews with senior citizens
- Ensure adherence to research protocols and ethical standards
Data Entry & Management
- Input collected data accurately and maintain confidentiality
Participant Interaction
- Uphold respectful, confidential, and ethical engagement
- Ensure proper informed consent from all participants
Literature Review
- Support the PI and Project Manager in reviewing relevant research on senior citizen health and care
Report Preparation
- Help prepare research summaries, data analysis notes, and reports for internal use and journal publication
Training & Support
- Attend training sessions on ethical research and data collection
- Assist Female Community Health Volunteers (FCHVs) in understanding their roles in the research
Monitoring & Feedback
- Report field challenges to the PI and Project Manager
- Suggest practical solutions to improve research quality
Timeline
- Start Date: May 15, 2025
- Commitment: 3 months of active fieldwork
- Extended Support: May be required until the final publication of the research article
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Transportation and Communication Allowances
- Networking opportunities with national and international researchers
How to Apply
Interested candidates are requested to send their CV and a brief statement of interest to: office@nirinepal.org
Application Deadline: April 27, 2025