Research Assistant in Biomedical Sciences (University of Botswana)

FACULTY OF MEDICINE DEPARTMENT OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES VACANCY NO: IRC 2727 The VitD-UFs Study at the University of Botswana is looking for an experienced Research Assistant with a keen interest in women’s health research to join our team. Project Title: Investigation of Vitamin D Deficiency among Women with Uterine Fibroids in Botswana (VitD-UFs) Duties The successful candidate is expected to: (i) Carry out participant recruitment and follow-up (ii) Carry out data collection and support data management (iii) Perform blood draws and transport them to the lab for analysis (iv) Offer administrative support to the research coordinator (v) Assist with other duties as assigned Requirements The applicant should have: (i) Degree in Biomedical Sciences field (ii) Certification in phlebotomy/blood draws (optional if degree is in a clinical health profession) (iii) A minimum of 1 year post-qualification experience Added Advantage: Formal training in research and experience conducting research related to health services Remuneration The research study offers a remuneration package in accordance with University of Botswana regulations. How to Apply Applicants should: Address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University in determining their suitability for the position Quote the vacancy number of the post applied for Provide current CVs (including telephone, Skype, and email address) Submit certified true copies of educational certificates and transcripts Provide samples of relevant publications Include names, addresses, and contact details of three referees Application Address: Secretary, Department of Biomedical Sciences Faculty of Medicine Corner of Notwane and Mabuto Road University of Botswana Private Bag 00713 Gaborone, Botswana Email: matlhagelak@ub.ac.bw Applicants should inform their referees to: (i) Quote the vacancy number (ii) State the position applied for (iii) Submit the three (3) references directly to the address above before the stipulated closing date Hand-delivered applications should be sent to: Secretary, Department of Biomedical Sciences Faculty of Medicine Block 246, Office No: A007/A114 Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged. NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Closing Date: 26 September 2025 If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Academicoxy

FACULTY OF MEDICINE
DEPARTMENT OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
VACANCY NO: IRC 2727

The VitD-UFs Study at the University of Botswana is looking for an experienced Research Assistant with a keen interest in women’s health research to join our team.

Project Title: Investigation of Vitamin D Deficiency among Women with Uterine Fibroids in Botswana (VitD-UFs)

Duties

The successful candidate is expected to:

(i) Carry out participant recruitment and follow-up
(ii) Carry out data collection and support data management
(iii) Perform blood draws and transport them to the lab for analysis
(iv) Offer administrative support to the research coordinator
(v) Assist with other duties as assigned

Requirements

The applicant should have:

(i) Degree in Biomedical Sciences field
(ii) Certification in phlebotomy/blood draws (optional if degree is in a clinical health profession)
(iii) A minimum of 1 year post-qualification experience

Added Advantage:

Formal training in research and experience conducting research related to health services

Remuneration

The research study offers a remuneration package in accordance with University of Botswana regulations.

How to Apply

Applicants should:

Address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University in determining their suitability for the position
Quote the vacancy number of the post applied for
Provide current CVs (including telephone, Skype, and email address)
Submit certified true copies of educational certificates and transcripts
Provide samples of relevant publications
Include names, addresses, and contact details of three referees

Application Address:
Secretary, Department of Biomedical Sciences
Faculty of Medicine
Corner of Notwane and Mabuto Road
University of Botswana
Private Bag 00713
Gaborone, Botswana
Email: matlhagelak@ub.ac.bw

Applicants should inform their referees to:

(i) Quote the vacancy number
(ii) State the position applied for
(iii) Submit the three (3) references directly to the address above before the stipulated closing date

Hand-delivered applications should be sent to:
Secretary, Department of Biomedical Sciences
Faculty of Medicine
Block 246, Office No: A007/A114

Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.