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Research Assistant – Registered Nurses

Rakai Health Sciences Program

Uganda Full time Healthcare
Posted: Jul 30, 2026 4 days ago 26 views

Job Description

 

Research Assistant (Nurse) Job Opportunity at Rakai Health Sciences Program (RHSP) – Uganda

Job Title: Research Assistant (Registered/Comprehensive Nurse)
Organisation: Rakai Health Sciences Program (RHSP)
Duty Station: Kalisizo, Rakai District, Uganda
Employment Type: Full Time
Category: Healthcare, Nursing, Clinical Research, Public Health
Deadline: Not Specified
About Rakai Health Sciences Program (RHSP)
Rakai Health Sciences Program (RHSP) is a leading health research organisation in Uganda involved in biomedical research, clinical studies, and public health programmes. The organisation conducts community-based research aimed at improving healthcare services, disease prevention strategies, and public health outcomes.
RHSP is seeking qualified Registered Nurses or Comprehensive Nurses to join its field research team in Kalisizo. The successful candidates will support community-based research activities by recruiting study participants, conducting interviews, providing health education and HIV counselling, collecting biological specimens, and ensuring accurate data collection while following research protocols and ethical standards.
Job Summary
The Research Assistant (Nurse) will support RHSP research activities by working directly with communities, study participants, and research teams. The role involves participant recruitment, obtaining informed consent, conducting field interviews, providing health education, collecting biological specimens, and maintaining high-quality research records.
Working under the supervision of research coordinators, the successful candidate will support participant follow-up, clinical referrals, biosafety procedures, infection prevention practices, and accurate documentation of research activities.
The ideal candidate should have strong nursing skills, excellent interpersonal abilities, commitment to ethical research practices, and the ability to work effectively within communities across Rakai and Kyotera districts.
Key Responsibilities
Participant Recruitment and Community Engagement
  • Recruit eligible participants for RHSP research studies.
  • Explain research procedures and obtain informed consent according to approved ethical guidelines.
  • Engage with community members and build trust with study participants.
  • Support community mobilisation activities related to research programmes.
Field Interviews and Data Collection
  • Conduct participant interviews using approved research questionnaires and data collection tools.
  • Collect accurate and complete participant information.
  • Ensure timely recording and submission of research data.
  • Maintain confidentiality and security of participant records.
Clinical Support and Health Education
  • Provide health education and HIV counselling to study participants.
  • Conduct participant assessments and provide appropriate health guidance.
  • Support clinical referrals where necessary.
  • Assist participants throughout the research process while maintaining professional standards.
Biological Specimen Collection
  • Collect biological specimens according to approved research procedures.
  • Follow biosafety and infection prevention guidelines during specimen collection.
  • Ensure proper identification, handling, storage, and transportation of specimens.
  • Maintain quality standards during all laboratory-related field activities.
Research Compliance and Documentation
  • Follow study protocols, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and ethical requirements.
  • Maintain accurate research documentation and records.
  • Participate in research meetings, training sessions, and quality improvement activities.
  • Report field challenges and study-related concerns to research coordinators.
Required Qualifications and Skills
Must Have
Diploma in Nursing
Applicants must possess a recognised diploma qualification in Registered Nursing, Comprehensive Nursing, or a related nursing field.
Valid Practicing Licence
Candidates must have a valid nursing practicing licence from the relevant professional regulatory authority.
One-Year Nursing Experience
Applicants should have at least one year of practical nursing experience, preferably in community health, clinical services, or healthcare programmes.
Fluency in Luganda
Ability to communicate fluently in Luganda is required to effectively interact with study participants and communities.
Computer Skills
Basic computer literacy and ability to use digital data collection tools, electronic records, and computer systems.
Additional Qualifications (Added Advantage)
  • Previous experience in health research or clinical research projects.
  • Experience working with communities and study participants.
  • Ability to ride a motorcycle.
  • Possession of a valid Class A Permit.
  • Experience in community engagement and mobilisation.
  • Knowledge of biosafety and infection prevention practices.
Key Competencies
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
  • Compassionate care and respect for study participants.
  • Strong ethical judgment and professional integrity.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
  • Ability to work independently in community settings.
  • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
  • Commitment to improving public health outcomes.
What Makes This Opportunity Great?
Support Meaningful Research
Contribute to health research that generates evidence used to improve public health services, disease prevention programmes, and community wellbeing in Uganda.
Community Engagement Experience
Work directly with communities and research participants while promoting ethical research practices, informed consent, and quality healthcare support.
Professional Growth
Gain valuable experience in clinical research, participant management, field operations, health data collection, and research procedures.
Develop Clinical Skills
Apply nursing knowledge in participant assessment, HIV counselling, health education, specimen collection, referrals, and community healthcare activities.
Collaborative Working Environment
Join multidisciplinary teams of researchers, nurses, healthcare professionals, and public health experts committed to research excellence.
Continuous Learning Opportunities
Strengthen professional experience in research protocols, biosafety procedures, informed consent processes, infection prevention, and quality data collection.
Make a Difference
Support research initiatives that contribute to improved healthcare policies, better disease prevention strategies, and improved health outcomes for communities.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through the official RHSP recruitment channels.
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  • Job Type: Full time
  • Experience Level: Intermediate
  • Education Level: Bachelors
  • Vacancies: 1
  • Category: Healthcare
  • Location: Uganda
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