Knowledge and Implementation Science Researcher

About Us:

Sydani Group is a leading management consulting firm dedicated to improving healthcare systems in Nigeria. We are committed to developing innovative strategies that strengthen immunization program implementation in sub-national consequential geographies in Nigeria, particularly focusing on states with high populations of zero-dose children.

Job Summary:

The Knowledge and Implementation Science Researcher will be responsible for conducting research and generating evidence to inform the design, implementation, and scale-up of interventions in the organization's focus areas. The role requires expertise in knowledge translation, implementation science, and research methodologies, with a focus on generating actionable insights to improve program effectiveness and impact.

Key Responsibilities:

§ Lead and contribute to research projects focused on knowledge translation, implementation science, and program evaluation, in collaboration with internal and external partners.

§ Design and conduct mixed-methods research studies, including literature reviews, qualitative interviews, surveys, and quantitative analyses, to explore factors influencing the adoption, implementation, and sustainability of interventions.

§ Develop research protocols, data collection tools, and analysis plans to ensure the rigorous and ethical conduct of research activities, adhering to relevant ethical guidelines and standards.

§ Collect, analyze, and interpret data using appropriate statistical and qualitative analysis techniques, and prepare reports, presentations, and publications to disseminate research findings to diverse audiences.

§ Collaborate with program teams to integrate research evidence into program design, planning, and implementation, and provide technical assistance and capacity-building support as needed.

§ Facilitate knowledge exchange and dissemination activities, including workshops, webinars, and conferences, to share research findings and promote evidence-informed decision-making among stakeholders.

§ Engage with key stakeholders, including policymakers, practitioners, researchers, and communities, to foster partnerships and collaborations that support the translation and uptake of research evidence into practice and policy.

§ Stay abreast of emerging trends, developments, and best practices in knowledge translation, implementation science, and research methodologies, and contribute to the organization's learning agenda and research priorities.

§ Contribute to grant writing, fundraising, and proposal development efforts to secure funding for research projects and initiatives.

§ Mentor and supervise junior research staff, interns, and research assistants involved in research activities, providing guidance, support, and feedback as needed.