Research Assistant II

To provide technical and administrative support in conducting field and office-based research within the Population Health Department. Research Assistant II assists with data collection, entry, and preliminary analysis, ensuring high-quality and accurate data for projects that support DDI’s mission to advance public health and diabetes prevention through population-based research.

• Support the design and execution of population-health and epidemiological studies.
• Conduct data collection through surveys, interviews, and clinical assessments.
• Perform literature reviews and produce summary documents and/or grids.
• Perform data entry, cleaning, and quality control in accordance with study protocols.
• Assist in organizing fieldwork logistics, recruitment, and participant scheduling.
• Maintain data confidentiality and follow ethical research guidelines.
• Prepare routine reports, tables, and summaries for departmental review.
• Provide technical assistance in the preparation of research instruments and documentation.
• Collaborate with Research Associates and Scientists to ensure workflow efficiency.
• Maintain accurate filing systems for research forms and consent documents.
• Support training activities for new field researchers and interns.
• Ensure adherence to DDI’s biosafety, quality, and ethical research standards.
• Assist in inventory management and ordering of research materials and supplies.
• Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to team-based activities.

• Team collaboration, communication, and adaptability.
• Time management and attention to detail.
• Organizational and record-keeping skills.

• Familiarity with research data-collection tools (e.g., REDCap, Epi Info, ODK).
• Basic knowledge of descriptive statistics and data-entry procedures.
• Understanding of ethical standards and human-subject research protection.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office and basic statistical programs.

None. Works under the direct supervision of the Head of Department or assigned Scientist.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Statistics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3–5 years of research or field-data collection experience in a healthcare or academic setting.