The Leprosy Mission Nepal (TLMN)

NGO / INGO / Development Projects

Research Officer - Public Health

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Research and Development

+1 more

Mid Level

Full Time

Vacancy: 1

TLMN Research Office - Satdobato|

Experience: More than 2 years|

Not Disclosed

Job Description

Roles and responsibilities of this job

Position Overview:

The Research Officer will support the design, implementation, and management of a mixed-methods research studies being carried out under TLMN. The role involves both quantitative and qualitative research activities, including field data collection, supervision, data analysis, and report writing, ensuring adherence to research protocols, ethical standards, and data quality requirements.

Key Task and Responsibilities:

Research Implementation

Support the implementation of mixed-methods research (quantitative and qualitative components)
Coordinate and conduct field data collection activities (surveys, interviews, FGDs, KIIs)
Ensure adherence to study protocols, tools, and timelines
Supervise enumerators and field staff during data collection

Data Management and Analysis

Ensure high-quality data collection, entry, validation, and cleaning
Conduct quantitative data analysis using software such as SPSS/Stata/R
Conduct qualitative data analysis using software such as NVivo/Atlas.ti/manual thematic analysis
Triangulate qualitative and quantitative findings

Ethics and Compliance

Assist in preparation and submission of ethical approval documents to the Nepal Health Research Council (NHRC)
Ensure compliance with ethical standards and informed consent procedures
Maintain confidentiality and data protection standards

Documentation and Reporting

Prepare field reports, progress reports, and research documentation
Contribute to report writing, manuscript development, and dissemination activities
Maintain proper documentation of study processes and outputs

Coordination and Communication

Coordinate with local stakeholders, health facilities, and community leaders
Liaise with program teams and external partners
Report progress, challenges, and field updates to the Research Manager

Other Responsibilities

Support other ongoing research activities within TLMN as required
Travel frequently to study sites, including remote areas

Any other job as assigned by the Line Manager.

Job Specification

Required qualifications for this job

Required Education Level:Graduate (Masters)

Required Experience:More than 2 years

Other Specification

Required Qualification

Master’s Degree in Public Health (MPH)

Experience:

Minimum 2 years of experience in mixed-methods research, including:

Quantitative data collection and analysis ·
Qualitative research (IDIs, FGDs, KIIs) ·
Field-based research implementation

Required Skills & Competencies

Strong understanding of mixed-methods research design and implementation
Proficiency in data analysis software (SPSS/Stata/R; NVivo/Atlas.ti is an asset)
Experience in tool development and field testing
Knowledge of ethical research processes and NHRC submission procedures
Strong analytical, report writing, and documentation skills
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams
Attention to detail and commitment to data quality

Additional Requirements

Willingness to travel frequently to field sites
Ability to work in remote and resource-limited settings
Familiarity with digital data collection platforms (e.g., KOBO, REDCap).

Preferred

Experience working in Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) programs
Prior experience in Lymphatic Filariasis or similar public health research
Experience in community-based research in Nepal

Skills Required

Required skills for this job

Counseling

Public Health

Research

Fast Learner

Innovative

Salary

Offered financial and non-financial compensation for this job

Offered Salary:Not Disclosed

Applying Procedure

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Apply Before: Apr 23, 2026

About the organization

The Leprosy Mission Nepal (TLMN)

NGO / INGO / Development Projects

M866+RV8, Hight Marg, Lalitpur 44700

The Leprosy Mission (TLM) is a UK based international non-government organization active in 34 countries; started its work in Nepal from 1957 with establishment of Anandaban Hospital in Lele, the sourthern part of Lalitpur. However, from 2005 TLM Nepal has been working as independent NGO in partnership with TLM international and the Government of Nepal to provide specialist tertiary care and technical support for leprosy control programs. It also undertakes internationally recognized research into leprosy and implements disability inclusive community development programs through its own activities and strategic partnership.

Being one of the largest NGOs in the country working in the field of leprosy, TLM Nepal mainly focuses in working with and for people affected by leprosy. Its development interventions focuses in the areas of health, capacity building, education, sustainable livelihoods, community development, advocacy and research working towards equity and inclusion of people affected by leprosy and disability in the development process.

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