IRD is offering exciting opportunities for young people interested in pursuing careers in public health, international development, and related fields.
Position Description:
Research Associates (RAs) assist in designing and implementing IRD’s research and service delivery projects. They work closely with Project Managers to design research and service tools, train and manage field teams, interact with patients and study participants, manage and analyze data, and oversee the logistics of the project.
Education/Experience/Qualities Required:
RAs typically have a Bachelor’s Degree in international development, economics, health and social sciences, or other related fields. RAs should have an interest in pursuing a career in international development or public health. Strong leadership, management, written and oral communication skills, and fluency in English is required. Additional languages (Urdu, Russian, Bangla, Nepalese, Bahasa Indonesian) are an asset depending upon project location. RAs should have an interest in working with vulnerable communities in diverse settings in Asia.
What does a job at IRD lead to:
RAs who have worked with IRD have gone on to graduate studies including at Columbia, Harvard, Johns Hopkins, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, Simon Fraser, Stanford, the University of Bergen, and other leading institutions. This not only reflects the caliber of RAs at IRD, but also the skills and networks acquired through these positions.
How to Apply
To apply for an RA position at IRD, please forward your CV (1-2 pages) and a cover letter to hr@irdresearch.org with “RA Jobs” as the subject line. If you have a preference for a particular project or program area, please include this in the subject line and in your cover letter. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.