Wanted for the next possible date at UKHD: Infectious Disease and Tropical Medicine/Heidelberg Institute of Global Health. Physical work location is at the Patrick Henry Village migrant arrival centre in Heidelberg.The BreathForDx ) project is looking for a research assistant who is fluent in both English and Arabic. Fluency in additional languages would be an asset. Students are encouraged to apply.The research assistant will support a study that is investigating the use of a novel breath sampling method to diagnose respiratory illnesses. Please apply if you speak English and Arabic, and specify fluency in any other languages in your application. Note that you do not have to have a medical degree or medical training for this position. The position is part-time and the time commitment will vary by week, up to a maximum of 42,5 hours per month.The physical work station is at the Patrick Henry Village migrant arrival centre in Heidelberg, and the assistant will be required to work there 1 – 3 mornings per week (8:00-12:00). Additional meetings may be held remotely and at the UKHD campus in Neuenheim. The study is affiliated with the Department of Infectious Disease and Tropical Medicine as well as the Heidelberg Institute of Global Health.Job-ID:V Field of application:Infektions- und TropenmedizinLocation:HeidelbergStart date:as of nowJob Category:Science and teachingWorking hours:Part time (42,5h / months)Published: Limitation:Temporary (6 months, extention until sought)Your tasksAssist in explanation of the study, participant recruitment and sample collection.Translate conversations, questions and requests clearly and accurately, conveying phrasing and intention of the speakers.Qualitative data collection including qualitative interviews.Transcribe and translate conversations with the help of transcription software; perform quality checks on transcriptions and translations.Support in additional BreathForDx project and research work.Your profileCurrently enrolled student with relevant work experience or study in the fields of public health, sociology, biology, medicine, social work, anthropology or similar.Knowledge and/or experience in the medical or public health fields is desirable.Experience with public health research and data collection is an advantage.Excellent bilingual communication skills, both verbal and written in Arabic and English. Fluency in additional languages is an asset.Proficient computer skills; outstanding listening, retention and note-taking skillsWhat we offerFlexible working hours within the framework of flexitimeRegular team meetingsInterdisciplinary cooperation with the Department of Infectious Disease and Tropical Medicine and Heidelberg Institute of Global HealthResearch assistants will be trained in the study protocol and data collection, and will have the opportunity for deepening their research skills and application, if desired (e.g. analysis, report writing).Contact & ApplicationFor further informationen please contact Carrie Anderson by email.Interested?Applications will be accepted via online-applicationsystem.Infektions- und TropenmedizinCarrie AndersonIm Neuenheimer Feld 32469120 HeidelbergNote: The UKHD is subject to the provisions of the Infektionsschutzgesetz. Therefore, a valid measles immunity certificate is required for all persons employed at the UKHD.The UKHD embraces diversity and values diversity.Regardless of age, gender, sexual identity, disability, origin or religion, we offer everyone the same opportunities. If one gender is underrepresented in a particular area, we place particular emphasis on counteracting this imbalance. If they have the same aptitude, qualifications and professional performance, we give priority to people with severe disabilities when considering them for vacancies.