Research Assistant - Climate Change and Public Health

Introduction

The Public Health Lab is offering an internship for bachelor's, master's students, or recent graduates to join as a Research Assistant. This role involves conducting primary research to investigate the links between climate change and public health outcomes, focusing on the rise of vector-borne diseases, heat-related illnesses, and respiratory conditions. It’s ideal for individuals interested in the intersection of environmental and public health.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct primary research on the impact of climate change on public health outcomes.
• Investigate the rise of vector-borne diseases, heat-related illnesses, and respiratory conditions.
• Design and implement surveys or field studies to collect relevant data.
• Analyse collected data to identify trends and public health implications.
• Prepare reports and presentations based on research findings.
• Collaborate on public health and climate change-related projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's, master's student, or recent graduate in a relevant field (Public Health, Environmental Science, Epidemiology).
• Interest in climate change, public health, and disease prevention.
• Experience or willingness to learn primary research methods and data collection.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organisational skills.

Skills and Knowledge You Gain

• Practical experience in investigating public health impacts of climate change.
• In-depth understanding of the link between environmental factors and public health outcomes.
• Skills in data collection, analysis, and reporting based on primary research.
• Enhanced teamwork and communication skills in a research environment.
• Critical thinking for interpreting and presenting findings on public health risks.

Benefits

• Experience Certificate
• Academic Credits for students
• Career Guidance, Support to Study Abraod

Remote

• Flexible schedule, virtual work environment