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:

Requirements

Bachelor’s 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).

Erforderliche Kompetenzen

Neurocognitive assessment administrationBehavioral observation and accurate response recordingParticipant recruitment and informed consent proceduresParticipant appointment scheduling and follow-up managementCulturally sensitive and age-appropriate participant engagementData entry using REDCap and paper-based systemsMicrosoft Office (basic computer skills and data entry)Routine data quality checks and source document verificationRecords management and organization of digital/physical filesConfidentiality and secure handling of study dataCommunity and stakeholder engagement/coordination with health facilitiesField-based community data collection and fieldwork readinessGood Clinical Practice (GCP) and human subjects research ethics complianceAdverse event and protocol deviation reporting and monitoring support

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