Research Assistant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Philippines.

📋 Description

• Assist the Health and Nutrition Unit in executing a program aimed at enhancing the nutritional skills of frontline health professionals.

• Perform thorough document analysis, conduct literature reviews, and engage in field research.

• Collaborate with governmental agencies, academic organizations, and various stakeholders.

• Gather, process, and oversee research data.

• Analyze nursing and midwifery curricula and provide support in curriculum evaluation.

• Create assessment instruments, including Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs).

• Assist in drafting policies for Joint Memorandum Circulars.

• Generate reports and presentations.

• Oversee the quality and progress of research activities.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Nutrition, Nursing, Midwifery, or a related health/science field.

• Active registration/licensure with the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), if applicable.

• Valid certification in Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

• Completion of the Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) course prior to engagement.

• Current resident of the Philippines.

• Availability of a personal computer and a reliable, high-speed internet connection.

• Willingness and readiness to travel for onsite/fieldwork as needed.

• Previous experience in synthesizing academic content, conducting literature reviews, analyzing curricula, or performing field surveys.

• Proficiency in qualitative data analysis software, database management tools, Google Workspace, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities in both English and Filipino.

• Strong organizational capabilities and a demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines while managing competing priorities with minimal supervision.

• Physical endurance for field visits, including standing, walking, and handling project materials as required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Contract position available from November 2026 to September 2027.

• Opportunity for remote work.

• A personal computer and a reliable, high-speed internet connection are necessary for remote work.