Undergraduate Research Interns

Entity

Aga Khan University

Location

Kenya

Introduction

The Institute for Human Development would like to offer recent graduates or those in their final year of studies, a unique opportunity for a research internship placement in ongoing research projects at the department.

This research placement will provide interns the opportunity to acquire first-hand practical experience in the field of research. Project topics range from early child education and development, mental health, adolescent health, disabilities, health system, surveillance, statistics, and social sciences.

The six-month internship will include supporting a research project with clearly defined roles for the intern, successful completion of selected online courses, participation in scientific activities e.g. seminars and journal clubs, and a written internship report; all components will form part of the student’s evaluation.

Job Summary

The students will work from the IHD offices and subject to field travel depending on the project needs. The studentship will cover a modest stipend towards their accommodation and other living expenses.

Responsibilities

• The incumbent shall work closely with the senior project team members who will provide direct supervision and ultimately report to the Principal Investigator;
• Undertake training in Good Clinical Practice (GCP), research ethics, SOP and other project associated training;
• Support with research activities specified under each project; and
• Participate in scientific activities of the department Prepare an end of internship report highlighting some of the key learning and outputs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in special education and Psychology, Environmental Studies, Social Studies, Nutrition, Nursing, Public Health, Statistics or other relevant fields. Top performing students will be highly considered;
• Students who graduated in the last one year, or in the final year of their graduate studies and/or in their industrial attachment will be considered;
• Kenyan applicants will be preferred;
• Have a desire to learn and work in the field of research;
• Proficiency in with MS Office Package and computer skills;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili;
• Be of sound moral conduct and ability to work with teams;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills and a meticulous approach to documentation;
• Strong attention to detail, ability to work with minimal supervision and meet tight deadlines;
• Demonstrate high levels of integrity and confidentiality; and
• Teamwork with the ability to work with diverse teams.

To Apply

​Interested applicants to provide a one-page motivation statement, a recent CV, copies of transcripts and degree certificate, three referees which includes a recommendation letter from their supervisor’s/learning institution. Send your application to:  [email protected]

Applications should be submitted latest by September 6, 2023