Research Fellow

BTDC-ID: 41398 CLOSING DATE: 21-Sep-2026 Announcement Positions Research Fellow Contact Details OFFICE ADDRESS #73, Monivong Blvd, Sangkat Srah Chak, Khan Doun Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia CONTACT NAME University of Health Science PHONE 023 430 707 EMAIL TO: career@uhs.edu.kh WEBSITE www.uhs.edu.kh Announcement Description University of Health Sciences is the oldest and leading university in the health sciences field in Cambodia. UHS vision is to be the institution excellence in Health Sciences Training, Research, Innovation and service provision. The research fellow will contribute to the improvement of knowledge by conducting in-depth health sciences research in agreement with the strategic objectives of the Global Health Research Center (CHRC) at UHS. The research fellow’s primary purpose is to conduct research projects, formalizing objectives and hypotheses, and conducting analyses. He/She will be responsible for disseminating their findings through publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at conferences. This position, adapted to early-career academics, will allow the research fellow to enhance his/her professional skills by managing projects, constructing their personal academic reputation and contributing to the visibility of the GHRC. The research fellow will also play an important role in mentoring and supervising research assistants, postgraduate students and junior researchers. Announcement Positions Research Fellow WORKPLACE CIRCUMSTANCES ENVIRONMENT: Educational (schools / universities etc.) LANGUAGES: English, Khmer LOCATION: Phnom Penh POSITION CIRCUMSTANCES CAREER CATEGORY: Research / Development, Health/Medical, Analyst / Assessment, Monitoring & Evaluation, Economics SCHEDULE: Full-time SALARY: $1000

• $1500 Based on Experience POSITION SUMMARY Working hours: Based at UHS EXPECTED OUTPUTS A multi-year research roadmap including at least 2 ongoing research projects per year, including a project related to health policy, health financing or health systems; and the development of at least 2 funding proposals per year; A research valorization portfolio including at least 2 abstracts submitted to national/international conferences; and 2 to 3 articles submitted to peer-reviewed journals, including at least 1 publication per year; Policy briefs and technical reports disseminated to relevant government, donor and stakeholder audiences; Mentoring of research assistants involved in the research fellow's projects An annual research performance report including metrics, challenges and recommendations. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Contribute to the design, implement and manage research projects in health policy, health systems and health financing, according to the themes and priorities of the GHRC; Ensure the supervision of implementation and data collection; conduct quantitative and economic analyses, interpret and evaluate research data to produce meaningful conclusions; Write and publish peer-reviewed articles; elaborate research reports and policy briefs; present findings at conferences, seminars and policy forums; Identify funding opportunities and write proposals to support research projects, including in health financing and UHC-related topics; Participate in the mentoring of young researchers, students and research assistants; Comply with the assignments of the GHRC Director and the Project Manager. BENEFITS: National Social Security Fund (NSSF) : Provided. Short-term leave : Up to 15 days per year. Annual leave : 15 days per year (for staff who have worked more than 12 months). Training opportunities : Available. Other benefits : As determined by UHS. EXPECTED PROFILE OF CANDIDATES QUALIFICATIONS: Phd is preferred Master's Degree in Public Health, Health Economics, Epidemiology, Political Sciences, Economics, Social Sciences, or a closely related field is required WORK HISTORY: Research on health systems, health policy or health financing, with a proven record of at least 1 peer-reviewed publication and/or presentations at conferences for 1 year as a minimum SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE: General & Technical Skills Experience in multidisciplinary research and engagement with external partners (research institutions, public sector, donors, international organizations and other stakeholders) is an asset; Tracking deadlines, and supervising young researchers is required, and experience in managing research projects is an asset. Proficiency in statistical software and data analysis tools such as R, Stata, or Excel for data cleaning, visualization and modelling of health outcomes and costs; familiarity with economic modelling tools is an asset; Technical competence in health financing strategies, including strategic purchasing, resource allocation, and national health accounts, with a focus on achieving universal health coverage (UHC) is considered an asset; Excellent written and verbal communication skills for the elaboration of reports, policy briefs, proposals and the pres