Addis Ababa University College of Health Sciences Job Vacancy 2025 – Research Assistant & Data Manager
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Position: Research Assistant and Data Manager
Organization: Addis Ababa University (AAU) / College of Health Sciences
Application Deadline: September 3, 2025
Employment Type: Full-time
Career Level: Junior (1–3 years)
About the Role
The College of Health Sciences at Addis Ababa University (AAU) is seeking a Research Assistant and Data Manager to support an ongoing research project. Under the supervision of the project investigators, the selected candidate will lead training, quality assurance, data management, and monitoring of all research and evaluation activities.
This role requires close collaboration with health professionals, project staff, and community members to ensure effective implementation, accurate data collection, and high-quality reporting across multiple research sites.
Key Responsibilities
As a Research Assistant & Data Manager, you will:
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Administer and oversee situation analysis assessments, including data collection, transcription, translation, and preliminary analysis.
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Travel to research sites to ensure study eligibility criteria are met.
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Obtain informed consent and ensure compliance with study protocols.
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Conduct provider and patient assessments using interviews and questionnaires.
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Collect cost-related data from five research sites through provider and administrator assessments.
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Maintain accurate field notes and ensure data quality assurance.
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Engage actively with health facility leadership, physicians, nurses, and community health workers.
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Manage and organize data collected across project teams.
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Refine and maintain the electronic data capture system using appropriate software.
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Train project staff on data collection systems.
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Perform data entry, cleaning, double-checks, and quality control reviews.
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Collaborate with investigators to resolve data collection challenges.
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Contribute to data analysis, interpretation of findings, and report writing (annual and final project reports).
Required Qualifications
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MD and MPH degree.
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Minimum of 2 years of experience in research projects, with at least 1 year in a directly relevant role.
Skills & Competencies
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Fluency in English (spoken and written).
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Proficiency in data analysis software and IT tools.
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Strong project management and organizational skills.
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Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
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Proven ability to work within higher education or research environments.
Salary
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Negotiable, based on qualifications and experience.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are invited to submit:
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Application Letter (clearly stating the position)
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Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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Relevant credentials (educational documents, recommendation letters, and other supporting materials)
📍 Submit in person to:
Human Resource Administration Office
Addis Ababa University, College of Health Sciences
Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital (TASH)
Near the Ethiopian Immigration and Citizen Service or Fana Broadcasting Corporation, 1st Floor, Room #118.
🗓️ Application Deadline: Within 10 working days from the date of this announcement (Deadline: September 3, 2025).
💡 Female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
Quick Job Details
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Position: Research Assistant & Data Manager
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Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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Organization: AAU / College of Health Sciences
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Employment Type: Full-time
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Deadline: September 3, 2025