Job Description / Responsibility
• To lead qualitative research activities and projects within the Unit of Assessment, including the development of personal, group or collaborative objectives, frequently acting as ‘Principal Investigator?
• To develop proposals for significant qualitative research projects which increase the knowledge understanding and discovery of new explanations, insights, concepts and processes
• To develop own or group work, interpret research findings, generating high quality publications and disseminating results through appropriate media
• To prepare reports and present information to research groups, steering groups, etc. ? particularly progress reports, overseeing similar activities of research assistants when appropriate
• To identify sources of funding and lead the process of application
• To manage research project budgets and other resources
• To lead and develop internal and external networks, and collaborative groups, representing the University in a professional manner at all times, including links with professional bodies, research funding streams, etc
• Make independent decisions on routine issues and methods and recommend scientific approaches and solutions.
• Keep current in own area of scientific expertise and work to expand breadth of technical knowledge
• To mentor junior researchers workshop and training on qualitative research methods
Job Nature
Full-time
Educational Requirements
PhD in Anthropology/Sociology or Masters in same field with 5 – 8 years experience in qualitative research.
Experience Requirements
5 to 8 year(s)
Additional Job Requirements
• Excellent writing skill with 3-5 publication.
• Experienced in handling research project independently.
• Interested in public health research.
Interested candidates are advised to send an application with a complete CV to: recruitment.sph@bracu.ac.bd.
Please mention in the subject line of your email: Assistant Scientist/ Assistant Professor- Only short listed candidates shall be invited for the interview. All tests & interview will be held in Dhaka. JPGSPH regrets to inform that it is not liable to reply to all the submitted applications.
Special information: We are an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified women and minorities candidates.