• Identify and screen participants for possible enrolment into the study according to the Study Protocol.
• Obtain informed consent from caregivers of eligible participants as per protocol accordance with GCP and HSP principles.
• Counsel and explain study procedures to the caregivers of study participants using the mobile app.
• Enrol eligible participants into the study to meet the study accrual targets.
• Complete study CRFs, correctly and accurately in compliance with trial procedures/ SOPs and GCP standards.
• Ensure study participants safety and privacy, data integrity and confidentiality.
• Participate in collection of appropriate study samples/specimens from the participants as per protocol and SOPs as well as performing the test.
• Carry out any other duties as assigned by superiors in line with your work.

• A degree/diploma/certificate in any health-related discipline, and registered with the relevant national bodies,
• Knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access as well as basic internet applications
• Skills in using common relevant computer packages and mobile technology for data collection
• Previous work in a research environment is added advantage.
• Basic knowledge of clinical research regulatory procedures.
• Good Clinical Practice (GP) training and Research Ethics training skills and knowledge
• Excellent command of English (written and oral) as well as the local languages (Luganda or Lusoga)
• Excellent interpersonal skills to develop relationships with participants.
• Experience of living and or working both in urban and rural environment.
• Team-working skills to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team
• Time management skills and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and self-motivated/driven.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
•  Ability to professionally communicate in writing, verbally or other means deemed appropriate.

Reporting relations: The research assistants will report to the SIMS Co-Investigator/Field Coordinator.

Expected start date: Feb 2026

How to apply: Please submit cover letters of application together with current CV, reference letters from two past employers and copies of academic certificates to the following e-mail as one pdf document to simcs.study@gmail.com

Deadline for receiving applications: Monday 10th Feb 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to the interview.