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LONDON SCHOOL OF HYGIENE/UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP 2026.

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Application Deadline: 15 July, 2026 (16:00 WAT)

LOCATION: Multiple Regions

The research team invites applications from highly motivated postgraduate students for two Research Assistantship positions. The successful candidate will support an ongoing international research project examining the paradox of health workforce shortages in government hospitals amid an ironic ‘surplus’. The project is deploying a mixed-methods approach to explore the socio-cultural and political-economic dimensions of this paradox in Nigeria, Uganda, and Zambia.

Available Positions:

Research Assistant (doctoral student): one position

Research Assistant (master’s student): one position

ELIGIBILITY:

Location: University of Nigeria, Nsukka, with possible travel to selected study sites.

Duration: Initial appointment for 12 months, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and project needs.

For the PhD Research Assistantship:

Currently enrolled in a PhD programme in Medical Anthropology, Demography, Public Health, Health Policy, Health Systems, Development Studies, or a related discipline.

Demonstrated interest in health systems, health workforce research, labour studies, sociology of professions, or related fields.

Experience in qualitative research methods is essential.

Experience with NVivo, Atlas.ti, SPSS, Stata, or other analytical software will be an added advantage.

Strong academic writing and communication skills.

For the MSc Research Assistantship:

Currently enrolled in an MSc programme in Medical Anthropology, Sociology, Demography, Public Health, Health Policy, Health Economics, Development Studies, or a related discipline.

Interest in health systems and workforce research.

Demonstrated research skills and willingness to learn.

Good communication and organizational skills.

Experience in research data collection and analysis will be an advantage.

Desired Attributes for Both Positions:

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Strong attention to detail.

Commitment to high ethical standards in research.

Availability to participate in fieldwork and project activities.

Method of Application:

A cover letter (maximum two pages) explaining your suitability for the position.

A current curriculum vitae.

Evidence of current enrolment in a PhD or MSc programme

A sample of academic writing (e.g., publication, dissertation chapter, term paper, or research report).

Applications should be submitted electronically as a single PDF document to aloysius.odii@unn.edu.ng, and copy chidi.ugwu@unn.edu.ng

Use one of the following subject lines as the title of your email: Application for Research Assistant Position – PhD Student OR Application for Research Assistant Position – MSc Student

Note: Prospective PhD or MSc applicants for the 2026/2027 academic session with an impressive and relevant skill set may also be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

BENEFIT:

Opportunity to work on a major international research project.

Mentorship from experienced researchers and academics.

Exposure to advanced qualitative and mixed-methods research.

Opportunities for co-authorship on publications, conference presentations, and professional development.

Monthly stipend commensurate with project guidelines.

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UNIVERSITY OF ZURICH: DEPARTMENT OF GEOGRAPHY PHD POSITION IN HUMAN GEOGRAPHY 

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Application Deadline: July 8th, 2026

LOCATION: Switzerland

The Department of Geography at the University of Zurich (GIUZ) invites applications for a fully funded doctoral position in Human Geography to contribute to the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) project ‘Institutional conditions for racially and/or socio-economically minoritized students at highly selective secondary schools in Switzerland. The post is for a fixed term of four years, with an initial appointment of three years and a one-year extension. They welcome applications from individuals who are underrepresented in academic positions.

ELIGIBILITY:

You hold a Master’s degree or are about to complete a Master’s degree in geography, sociology, educational studies, youth studies, social anthropology, social work, or a closely related field.

You have demonstrated substantial experience in qualitative research and a strong interest in questions on (in)equality and justice. Experience with participative methods is an advantage.

You enjoy fieldwork and are interested in the views of young people.

You are motivated to engage critically with questions of (in)equality, justice, and institutional discrimination.

You bring strong communication and teamwork skills.

You speak and write German and English fluently.

Your responsibilities:

In collaboration with the PI of the project, you will develop and carry out the project outlined above, conduct original fieldwork (qualitative interviews with headteachers and with racially and/or socio-economically minoritized students of Gymnasia in German-speaking Switzerland), data analysis (including participative data analysis workshops), and complete a doctoral dissertation (paper-based dissertation).

You will participate actively in project activities, including workshops and international conferences, and contribute to academic and practice-oriented publications emerging from the project.

You will contribute to teaching in the field of Human Geography and to services in the Geography Teacher Training unihuman geographyt (GTT) at GIUZ.

You will participate in the Zurich Graduate School in Geography & Earth System Science.

BENEFIT:

You will work in a stimulating and supportive research environment and be part of an SNSF research project.

You will receive regular mentoring and support in pursuing your academic career.

You are part of a structured doctoral program.

You will get paid according to the salary scale of the Swiss National Science Foundation.

You will get a personal workplace with technical equipment.

You will be able to profit from the lively, culturally diverse, and inspiring institute and campus environment, from the attractive working conditions, and from the manifold opportunities for further education at UZH. With around 30,000 students and 10,000 employees, UZH is the largest university in Switzerland.

You will be able to enjoy the excellent living environment of Zurich and its surroundings that offer a broad range of cultural activities and easy access to lakes, the countryside, and mountains.

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