Research Assistant at Metropolitan Research and Education bureau

Job Description

The Research Assistant will support research projects by conducting literature searches, data analysis and maintaining files for research projects. He or she must have an excellent written and verbal communication skills to share information with lead Project Researchers. He or she needs to have excellent critical thinking skills to support their research, and also pay attention to detail to ensure their research documents are accurate at all times.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews
• Collect and analyze data
• Draft grant proposals and business plans
• Proof reading and Editing
• Draft research manuscript /Article
• Prepare questionnaires an interview guide
• Recruit/ interview research participants
• Maintain accurate records of interviews
• Safeguard the confidentiality of subjects as necessary
• Request or acquire equipment or supplies necessary for research project
•  Manage and respond to project related email
• Prepare documents for ethical clearance

Required Skills or Experience

• At least a first degree with 2 years of relevant experience
• Knowledge in SPSS, STATA, R for Statistics would be added advantage
• Experience in peer review publication will be an added advantage
• Excellent oral and written communication as well as interpersonal skills
• Basic computer applications skills like MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Clear voice, well-groomed and impressive appearance
• Ability to travel throughout the country
• Motivated self-starter

NB: Applicants living at Accra, Tema and its environs are encouraged to apply. Females are also encouraged to apply.