Speech therapist and Research Assistant
- Career Category: Assistant, Research / Development, Health/Medical
- Schedule:Full-time, Part-time
- Salary: Negotiable
Working day: Monday – Friday
Working time: 08:00am – 17:00pm
Reports to: Donor Systems Manager
Job Description: The employee will establish and manage structured Speech and Language Therapy service, focusing on patients with cleft lip and palate, stroke, and children with communication or learning difficulties. Responsibilities include conducting initial assessments, initiating basic therapy, maintaining accurate patient records, and ensuring reliable follow up for all patients.
The role includes on the job training with local supervision and opportunities for international mentorship and additional speech and language training when available.
As a Research Assistant, duties include supporting data collection for new and ongoing studies, especially in stroke and cerebral palsy. The staff member will assist with patient outcome monitoring, follow up tracking, and patient education for research activities.
- English - Good
- Bachelor's Degree
- Good English communication skills
- Good computer and data entry skills
- Strong organisational skills and accurate record keeping
- Willingness to learn and develop in both clinical and research roles
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Attend weekly check ins with the supervisor