- RM2900 – RM3500 per month. Depending on qualification and experience.
- To be based at the Centre of Excellence for Research in Infectious Diseases and AIDS (CERiA), Wisma R&D UM.
Main Responsibilities and Accountabilities
To carry out research tasks according to the research protocol. Generally, these include:
• Carries out research within the scope of the established study protocol. Adherence to
all human subjects’ regulations as defined by the University of Malaya, Yale University,
University of Connecticut, and U.S. NIH.
• Develops forms, questionnaires, and the application of research techniques; write
procedures manuals for data collection and coding.
• Recruits and manages individuals to participate in study-related activities, such as
focus group discussions, online and in-person surveys, and other study activities.
• Produces and disseminate announcements to support the recruitment of participants
into the research studies.
• Works independently and has strong communication skills.
• Knowledgeable and experienced in outreach and/or research engagement with Men
who Have Sex with Men and Transgender women.
Experience and Qualifications
Ideal candidates should hold a master’s in public health (M.P.H.), Psychology degree
or other graduate-level degree in social-behavioral or health science field. Candidates
with only a bachelor’s degree should have a minimum of 2 years experience in human
subjects, particularly in the areas social-behavioral research.”
• Maintain ethical conduct and maturity when asking sensitive questions.
• Must be fluent in Bahasa Malaysia and English (Chinese or Tamil will be a bonus)
• Ability to quickly problem solve, and work collaboratively under pressure
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks, attention to detail, strong work ethic, and
flexibility
• Ability to communicate accomplishments and project barriers to multidisciplinary team
• Ability to learn via trainings, new software for project management, data management,
etc.
Notes
To apply for this position, send your resume and cover letter to mhealth@um.edu.my. If you have questions about the position, please contact mhealth@um.edu.my. Please indicate the job reference number (Ref. No: O2OmHealth11/2024) in the subject line when you apply for the position.
Deadline:
30 November 2024
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