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KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- The Social Science Research Assistant will work on multiple ongoing social science studies, including

o Qualitative research regarding the socio-cultural aspects of death and dying in Vietnam

o A project exploring the experiences and impact of COVID-19 on vulnerable communities in Vietnam using multiple methods

o Community based participatory research regarding barriers to care for underserved populations in Ho Chi Minh City

o Other projects, as needed.

- The Social Science Research Assistant will be a member of the social science team and coordinate and implement studies under the guidance/mentorship of the Social Science Team Lead. They will also be supported by the Head of Public Engagement.

- This role involves the following activities:

o Coordinate qualitative research activities for multiple projects, including management of ethics submissions, and day to day management of project activities;

o Conduct or assist with focus group discussions, in-depth interviews and participant observation;

o Coordinate and manage data from various studies;

o Write up summary results in reports;

o Liaise with others for input into projects;

o Participate in training and skills development workshops.

DEPARTMENT

Clinical Trials Unit (CTU)

LOCATION

This post is based in Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam. There will be a requirement to travel within Viet Nam.

HOURS OF WORK

Full time Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours per week, extra hours may be required.

TENURE

Initially for 1 year, including a 2 month probation period, with possibility of extension based on project funding and annual performance appraisal.

REPORTING TO

Social Science Team Leader

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

-          BA/BS or higher degree, with background in social sciences, anthropology, or related field

-          Experience working on qualitative studies, including coordination and data management

-          Some experience collecting interviews, focus group discussions, and/or participant observation

-          Excellent spoken and written Vietnamese and English

-          Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in cross-cultural settings

-          Highly organized

-          Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy, and yet be a team player

PREFERRED CRITERIA

-          MA, with background in social sciences, anthropology, or related field

-          At least 2 or more years of experience conducting qualitative research and/or coordinating social science research studies

-          Experience with qualitative data analysis

-          Experience using qualitative data analysis software (e.g. Nvivo, Dedoose)

BENEFITS

• Contracted salary:  Negotiable (depending on actual experience and education).

• Optional insurance: In-patient and out-patient medical coverage; Personal accident insurance coverage

• Two months’ salary for annual bonus and clothes 

• Annual leave 18 days each year for the first year, a maximum of 30 days

• Other responsibilities and benefits are based on Viet Nam Labor Law.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are invited to send curriculum vitae, application, writing samples and copies of relevant certificates, by email to 

Oxford University Clinical Research Unit

Laboratory of Clinical Science

Hospital for Tropical Diseases

764 Vo Van Kiet, Ward 1, District 5, HCMC

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*** The cover letter should detail: What part of your education, training or employment history has best equipped you for this position? Why you would make a good candidate for this position?

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DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION

24th March 2021

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*** We thank all applicants for their interest but only short-listed applicants will be contacted for interview.