Call for Applications- Research Assistant (part time)
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the post of Research Assistant (parttime) for the project entitled: ‘Development and testing of a prototype face shield/visor and face mask buckle for the protection and safety of vulnerable essential workers in Mauritius’
Qualifications Required:
A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.
Candidates must have:
A sound knowledge of research methodology
Good computer literacy skills and possess excellent data analytical skills
Good research and communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and abide by deadlines
Willingness to travel to study sites to collect data
Preference will be given to candidates with relevant experience. Candidates should produce written evidence of knowledge claimed
Responsibilities and Duties:
Actively participate in the collection of data from study participants
Actively participate in the monitoring of study participants
Perform data analysis
Assist in report writing
Perform other such duties related to those listed above
Duration:2 months Remuneration:Rs 10,000 one off payment upon completion
Mode of Application:
Letter of application together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and scanned copies of qualifications, birth certificate, marriage certificate (if applicable), testimonials and equivalence of qualifications
(where applicable) should reach the Head of School of Health Sciences (Attention: Dr. M.J Somanah, Project Leader), University of Technology Mauritius by email to njaypaul@umail.utm.ac.mu and mjbhugowandeen@umail.utm.ac.mu by 19 th October 2020 at latest.
The University reserves the right to call for interview only the most appropriately and best qualified applicants and not to make any appointment as a result of this advertisement.