Nutrition Research Fieldworker

1 week ago


Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates University Full time
Job Description

The United Arab Emirates University is seeking highly motivated and experienced individuals to join our research team as Research Nutrition Assistants. As a Research Nutrition Assistant, you will play a crucial role in conducting 24-hour food recalls from members of Emirati and non-Emirati households.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Administer questionnaires and measure the height and weight of 2 members of the household.
  2. Conduct fieldwork in the UAE, utilizing your knowledge of nutrition research methodologies.

Our ideal candidate will have a strong background in nutrition and a proven track record of conducting research fieldwork in the UAE. You will be responsible for collecting and analyzing data, as well as maintaining accurate records.

Requirements
  1. Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition or a closely related field.
  2. Experience conducting nutrition research fieldwork in the UAE.
  3. Native Arabic speaker and fluent in English.
  4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Previous research experience.
  • Commitment to working on the project.
  • Availability to conduct data collection for 50 households monthly.
Expected Skills
  1. Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with participants and colleagues.
  2. Interviewing Techniques: Familiarity with structured and semi-structured interviews.
  3. Research Methodology: Understanding of qualitative and quantitative research approaches.
  4. Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build rapport with participants and establish trust.
  5. Time Management: Efficiently managing interview schedules and ensuring timely completion.
  6. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to handle unexpected situations and challenges.
Compensation

A competitive salary of AED 7000 (all inclusive) will be offered to the successful candidate.


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