Research Assistant

NUTRITION CENTER OF THE PHILIPPINES

. Support the Health and Nutrition Unit in implementing a program focused on strengthening the nutrition competences of frontline health workers .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • PhilippinesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in public health and nutrition program implementation, with strong capabilities in curriculum analysis, research data management, and policy drafting. Proficient in qualitative data analysis and skilled in preparing comprehensive reports and presentations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree in Public HealthActive Registration with PRCGood Clinical Practice (GCP) CertificationProficiency in Qualitative Data Analysis SoftwareExceptional Written and Oral Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Curriculum AnalysisDocument AnalysisLiterature ReviewField ResearchAssessment Tool DevelopmentResearch Data ManagementPolicy DraftingData AnalysisReport PreparationPresentation Skills

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsAbility to Meet DeadlinesMinimal SupervisionPhysical Stamina

Tools & Technologies

Google WorkspaceMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Good Clinical Practice (GCP) CertificationPrevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Course

Industry Keywords

Health WorkersNutrition CompetencesJoint Memorandum CircularsField SurveysNursing and Midwifery Curricula

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Health and Nutrition Unit in implementing a program focused on strengthening the nutrition competences of frontline health workers
Conduct rigorous document analysis, literature reviews, and field research
Coordinate with government agencies, academic institutions, and other stakeholders
Collect, process, and manage research data
Map nursing and midwifery curricula and support curriculum analysis
Develop assessment tools, including OSCEs
Support policy drafting for Joint Memorandum Circulars
Prepare reports and presentations
Monitor research quality and progress

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Nutrition, Nursing, Midwifery, or a related health/science discipline
Active registration/licensure with the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), as applicable
Valid Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification
Completion of the Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) course before engagement
Current resident of the Philippines
Access to a personal computer and reliable, high-speed internet connection
Availability and willingness to travel onsite/fieldwork as required
Prior experience in academic content synthesis, literature reviews, curriculum analysis, or field surveys
Proficiency in qualitative data analysis software, database tools, Google Workspace, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Exceptional written and oral communication skills in English and Filipino
Strong organizational skills and proven ability to meet strict deadlines and manage competing priorities under minimal supervision
Physical stamina for field visits, standing, walking, and handling project materials when necessary

Benefits

Comp & perks

Contract position from November 2026 to September 2027
Remote work setup
Access to a personal computer and reliable, high-speed internet connection required for remote work