Research Assistant
ThinkWell, Bangladesh

The Research Assistant provides technical assistance, research, analytical and operational support across a range of ThinkWell in-country public or private sector health projects. The Research Assistant brings quantitative solid skills and research capacity (typically in health economics, health financing, health insurance, business analytics, statistics, public health, and market research) as well as a solid understanding of the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of health sector programs.

Please note: This is a temporary, full-time position. This position is expected to last two months, with the possibility of an extension. The Research Assistant will be based in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct quantitative data collection and data entry/compilation (e.g., budget, expenditures, financial reporting, training information) as per instructions from ThinkWell
• Support qualitative data collection (e.g., interviews using structured and semi-structured interview questionnaires), including taking notes during the interviews, preparing detailed verbatim Bangla transcripts from audio recordings, etc., as per instructions from ThinkWell. Interviews may be by phone or in-person physical visits
• Join data collection training sessions, meetings, and discussions, as needed, with ThinkWell
• Understand the data quality check measures and follow those steps
• Perform other related tasks as needed

We Are:
ThinkWell core values are our fundamental organizational guiding principles. They define our corporate culture, influence our behavior at work and help us achieve our mission. Our values are:
Think big
Influence the conversation
Empower others
Be exceptional
Always question
Relate authentically
Evolve by learning

You Are:
ThinkWell core competencies are foundational skills and behaviors that align with our values and are expected of all employees.

An entrepreneurial, results-oriented ‘do-er’ with a willingness to take risk, think big and challenge conventional wisdom.

A change maker who reaches independent judgement with an open mind, influences the conversation, and seeks innovation.

Able to help create an empowering environment in which everyone feels free to take initiative, be accountable and fail intelligently (learn from mistakes).

A collaborative colleague who engages constructively with people from different cultures, orientations, and perspectives and maintains positive relations in a virtual world.

Principally motivated by a growth mindset, meaning the pursuit of knowledge, experience, and self-improvement. You always question and continuously learn.

Authentic, honest, direct, self-aware, and open to giving and receiving feedback.

Requirements

• Graduate degree (Masters) in economics, health economics, or related field preferred
• Any work experience with the health sector in Bangladesh, specifically in data collection-related activities at government health facilities, would be good
• Basic skills in MS Excel, MS Word, and Bangla typing would be required
• Good communication and problem-solving capabilities, including the ability to relate respectfully with staff at all levels, ages, gender, and orientations, especially at government health facilities
• Ability and willingness to travel to different districts of Bangladesh and work at health facilities
• Comfortable with a remote and physical office
• Having a personal laptop and internet connection is required to perform daily duties

Job Rewards and Benefits