Require a Neurocognitive Research Assistant Intern in Lusaka, Zambia

Neurocognitive Assessments

• Assist in administering standardized neurocognitive screening and assessment tools under supervision.
  
• Support functional behavioral and cognitive assessments as per study protocol.
  
• Observe and accurately record participant responses during assessments.
  

Participant Recruitment and Follow-up

• Support recruitment screening and informed consent processes.
  
• Support the management of participant appointments and support follow-up visits.
  
• Maintain respectful age-sensitive and culturally appropriate interactions with participants.
  

Data Collection and Management

• Collect review and enter study data using paper-based and/or electronic data capture systems (RedCap).
  
• Conduct routine data quality checks to ensure completeness and accuracy.
  
• Verify source documents and ensure data completeness
  
• Update and maintain existing records
  
• Organize and file digital or physical records
  
• Maintain confidentiality and securely handle all study-related data and materials.
  

Community and Facility Engagement

• Support coordination with health facilities and community entry processes.
  
• Support data collection that is conducted in the community
  
• Collaborate with program staff and community partners to ensure accurate data tracking
  
• Work with community stakeholders to promote trust and study participation.
  

Ethical and Regulatory Compliance

• Adhere strictly to study protocols Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and human subjects research ethics.
  
• Report adverse events protocol deviations or participant concerns to the study team promptly.
  
• Maintain participant dignity privacy and voluntary participation always.
  

Administrative and Study Support

• Assist with study documentation filing and inventory management.
  
• Participate in study meetings trainings and supervision sessions.
  
• Support preparation for monitoring visits audits and reporting activities.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Psychology or Educational Psychology.
  
• Strong interest in research aging brain health or dementia.
  
• Ability to communicate effectively English Bemba and Nyanja
  
• Willingness to conduct community-based fieldwork.
  
• Basic computer skills (e.g. data entry Microsoft Office).