Position: PhD Position in the Social Science of Vector-Borne Diseases
Location: CRID, Yaoundé, Cameroon (with fieldwork in Cameroon and Kenya).
Role Summary
Integrated Multi-vector-borne Diseases Platform to Assess Global Change Impacts on Transmission Using Innovative Systems 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).
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and implementation of participatory social science studies on VBD control and surveillance in Cameroon and Kenya, in alignment with approved protocols.
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Develop qualitative data collection instruments (FGD/KII guides, participatory tools) and oversee field implementation, including community entry and feedback mechanisms.
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Conduct and supervise data collection, transcription, translation, coding, and analysis of qualitative data (FGDs, KIIs, community workshops); support quantitative data collection where relevant.
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Co-create community-based strategies for deploying and scaling VBD surveillance and control tools; pilot digital communication strategies (e.g., SMS platforms) to enhance engagement.
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Conduct gender- and age-disaggregated analyses to identify social, economic, and policy barriers to VBD control; document lessons for scale-up.
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Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
Essential
- Master’s degree in Sociology, Anthropology, Public Health, Development Studies, Environmental Health, or a related field.
- Strong experience in qualitative research (FGDs, KIIs, participatory approaches).
- Skilled in using qualitative data analysis tools (e.g., NVivo).
- Strong protocol development skills.
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Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit their application in a single PDF file, named as follows: “PSS_(your name).pdf“
Submit your application via this link: Application Form
Please feel free to contact this email address : crid@crid-cam.net for any additional information you may require.
Deadline: November 30th, 2025
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
*Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
About CRID
Founded in 2017, the Centre for Research in Infectious Diseases (CRID) is a not-for-profit research institution dedicated to high-quality, internationally recognized research on infectious diseases in Cameroon and across Africa. We work in close collaboration with national and international partners to strengthen research capacity and train the next generation of African scientists.
Our mission is to save lives through innovative research and capacity building in tropical infectious diseases. We are committed to fair, transparent, and inclusive recruitment based solely on skills, qualifications, and experience, ensuring a safe and respectful working environment for all.
