Senior Research Assistant, Centre of Oncological Research in Surgery (COORS)

Introduction

The Aga Khan University, chartered in 1983 as Pakistan's first private international university, is committed to the provision of education, research and health care of international standard relevant to Pakistan and the region. The affiliated Aga Khan University Hospital has well-equipped investigative services and provides state-of-the-art clinical facilities
Centre of Oncological Research in Surgery (COORS) intends to build a culture of innovation and collaboration that will drive research breakthroughs and be capable of changing approaches to cancer prevention, screening and treatment; in the process, it will improve the lives of cancer survivors. The main core focus areas of COORS are: advancing basic science research in cancer; organising and conducting epidemiological and population-based research and initiating clinical trials in surgical oncology and related area
As an equal opportunity employer, AKU believes in promoting a diverse and inclusive culture and is committed to adopting appropriate standards for safeguarding and promoting a respectful relationship with and between the diverse workforce of its faculty, staff, trainees, volunteers, beneficiaries, wider communities, and other stakeholders with whom it works, including children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees/trainees and partners to share this commitment
CRM is inviting applications for the position of Senior Research Assistant from outstanding and ambitious candidates

Responsibilities

The Senior Research Assistant (SRA) will be responsible for supporting all kinds of basic science research done under the umbrella of COORS and ensuring the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of research and field-related activities. Also, will be responsible for coordinating with the team to discuss field-related activities to:

• support all kinds of basic science research done under the umbrella of COORS
• ensure smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of research and field-related activities
• learn and implement protocols
• assist in epidemiology or clinical trials research
• coordinate with the team to discuss field-related activities
• perform any other assignment as directed by the supervisor.

Requirements

Candidates must have:

• a Bachelor (Hons.) from an HEC-recognized or reputable foreign university
• one year of work experience. Candidates with research-related experience are preferred
• working knowledge of molecular biology and histology techniques
• proven ability to work well with a certain degree of autonomy
• excellent record keeping
• proficiency in MS Word and Excel
• ability to quickly learn and take on new techniques
• meticulous with excellent wet-bench etiquette.

To Apply

Interested candidates should send their detailed CVs to [email protected] and mention the position number "10048612" in the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

*Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted*

Applications should be submitted latest by December 19, 2024