FACULTY OF MEDICINE
DEPARTMENT OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
VACANCY NO: IRC 2727
The VitD-UFs Study at the University of Botswana is looking for an experienced Research Assistant with keen interest in women’s health research to join our team.
Investigation of the Vitamin D deficiency among Women with Uterine Fibroids in Botswana (VitD-UFs)
Duties: the successful candidate is expected to: (i) carry out participant recruitment and follow up; (ii) carry out data collection and support data management (iii) perform blood draws and transport them to the lab and, for analysis (iv) offer administrative support to research coordinator; and (v) assist with other duties as assigned.
Requirements: Applicant should have: (i) Degree in Biomedical Sciences field; (ii) Certification in phlebotomy/blood draws (optional if degree is in a clinical health profession); and (iii) a minimum of 1 year post qualification experience.
Added advantage: Formal training in research and experience conducting research related to health services
Remuneration: The Research Study offers renumeration package is in accordance with the University of Botswana regulations.
How to apply: applicants should address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University determine their suitability for the position. They should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CVs (including telephone, skype and email address), certified true copies of educational certificates, transcripts, samples of the relevant publications, names, addresses and contact details of three referees. The application material should be addressed to: Secretary, Department of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Corner of Notwane and Mabuto Road, University of Botswana, Private Bag 00713 Gaborone, Botswana or email to: matlhagelak@ub.ac.bw
Applicants should inform their referees to: (i) quote the vacancy number; (ii) position applied for, and; (iii) submit the three (3) references directly to the address stated above before the stipulated closing date.
Hand delivered applications should be sent to: Secretary, Department of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Block 246, Office No: A007/A114
Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Closing Date: 26 September 2025