Main Duties & Responsibilities
\nLead the design and implementation of participatory social science studies on VBD
\ncontrol and surveillance in Cameroon and Kenya, in alignment with approved protocols.<\/p>\n
Post PhD Position in the Social Science of Vector-Borne
\nDiseases
\nDepartment Medical Entomology \/ Social Science Unit
\nLocation CRID, Yaound\u00e9, Cameroon (with fieldwork in Cameroon and
\nKenya).
\nContract PhD Contract \u2013 Fixed Term (36 months)
\nReport to PhD Supervisor and Project Principal Investigator
\nProject
\nBackground:
\nIntegrated Multi-vector-borne Diseases Platform to Assess
\nGlobal Change Impacts on Transmission Using Innovative
\nSystems Modeling, Novel Monitoring Tools, and Transmission- blocking Microorganisms (IMPACTING). IMPACTING is an EU- funded, multi-country program led by icipe (Nairobi, Kenya) with partners across East, Central, and Southern Africa and Europe (France, Portugal). It integrates innovative vector monitoring, disease modeling, diagnostics, and policy tools to address malaria, dengue, human African trypanosomiasis, onchocerciasis, and Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever transmitted by Aedes and Anopheles mosquitoes
\nGlossina tsetse flies, Simulium blackflies, and Hyalomma and
\nRhipicephalus ticks.
\nJob Purpose
\nThe PhD fellow will lead the social science component under
\nObjective 4 of IMPACTING, focusing on participatory, community-driven approaches to vector-
\nborne disease (VBD) surveillance and control. The fellow will co- develop locally tailored solutions with affected populations and collaborate with entomology, epidemiology, modeling, and policy teams to inform evidence- based interventions and policy.
\nDevelop qualitative data collection instruments (FGD\/KII guides, participatory tools) and oversee field implementation, including community entry and feedback mechanisms.
\nConduct and supervise data collection, transcription, translation, coding, and analysis of
\nqualitative data (FGDs, KIIs, community workshops); support quantitative data collection
\nwhere relevant.
\nCo-create community-based strategies for deploying and scaling VBD surveillance and control tools; pilot digital communication strategies (e.g., SMS platforms) to enhance engagement.
\nConduct gender- and age-disaggregated analyses to identify social, economic, and policy barriers to VBD control; document lessons for scale-up.
\nCollaborate with cross-disciplinary teams (entomology, epidemiology, modelling, policy)
\nto integrate social science evidence into intervention design, dashboards, and decision
\ntools.
\nPrepare timely technical reports and presentations for PIs, project scientific and
\nmanagement teams; contribute to dissemination and policy engagement workshops.
\nContribute to manuscript preparation for peer-reviewed publications and to grant writing.
\nSupport capacity building of field teams and junior researchers in qualitative and
\nparticipatory methods.
\nSupport implementation of other CRID research activities as necessary.
\nQualifications, Skills, and Experience:
\nEssential
\n– Master\u2019s degree in Sociology, Anthropology, Public Health, Development Studies,
\nEnvironmental Health, or a related field.
\n– Strong experience in qualitative research (FGDs, KIIs, participatory approaches).
\n– Skilled in using qualitative data analysis tools (e.g., NVivo).
\n– Strong protocol development skills.
\n– Proficiency in English and French (written and oral).
\n– Commitment to community-based and interdisciplinary research.
\n– Willingness to work in rural\/peri-urban areas in Cameroon and Kenya.
\nCENTRE FOR RESEARCH IN INFECTIOUS DISEASES
\nDesirable
\n– Experience in VBD or global health research.
\n– Experience with digital tools for community engagement.
\n– Familiarity with gender and inclusion frameworks.
\n– Strong interpersonal communication and teamwork skills.
\nBenefits
\n– Supervision by experts from CRID, ICIPE, and other partner
\ninstitutions.
\n– Monthly stipend, travel allowance, and fieldwork support.
\n– Access to cutting-edge research infrastructure and mentoring.
\n– Opportunities to publish in high-impact journals.
\n– Training in scientific writing and grant development.
\n– Fieldwork and research training support.
\n– Health insurance plans
\nAPPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
\nApplicants must submit the following documents as a single PDF
\nA cover letter expressing your interest and suitability.
\nA curriculum vitae (max. 3 pages).
\nCopies of MSc and BSc certificates and transcripts.
\nA 5-page maximum research proposal describing your proposed approach to the PhD.
\nA sample of academic writing (e.g., MSc thesis or published article).
\nNames and contacts of two referees.
\nWorking
\nconditions
\nFull time, 40 hours per week.
\nFixed Term 3 years<\/p>\n
How to Apply See Application Instructions above
\nClick on this link to apply: https:\/\/forms.gle\/ga2HQjUpHgRRVWsWA
\nDeadline for applications 15 September 2025
\nNote:
\n– Women, individuals with disabilities, and candidates from VBD-affected
\ncommunities are strongly encouraged to apply.
\n– Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Shortlisted applicants may undergo
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