Job Circular: Research Fellow

Number of Position: 08 Person

Employment Type: Contractual

Organization: Bangladesh Breastfeeding Foundation (BBF)
Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh. (Field visits required)

Bangladesh Breastfeeding Foundation (BBF) is a non-profit organization working to promote and support breastfeeding and optimal Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF) practices in Bangladesh through research, advocacy, and program implementation.

The Research Fellow will support field-based research and program activities, including data collection, documentation, and basic analysis. The role requires strong organizational skills and experience in health and nutrition-related research.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Support the design and implementation of field-level research activities in alignment with the approved study protocol and methodology.

2. Assist in participant identification, sampling, and preparation of respondent lists, ensuring adherence to research criteria.

3. Conduct and/or support quantitative and qualitative data collection, including administering structured questionnaires and facilitating interviews.

4. Perform anthropometric measurements (height/length, weight, MUAC, etc.) following standard procedures and ensure accurate recording of data.

5. Collect and document dietary intake information, including 24-hour dietary recall and 7-day dietary recall/food frequency, in accordance with established guidelines.

6. Facilitate and document qualitative research activities such as Focus Group Discussions (FGD), Key Informant Interviews (KII), and In-Depth Interviews (IDI), including note-taking and audio recording.

7. Ensure proper management, use, and storage of research tools, questionnaires, and field logistics.

8. Maintain high standards of data quality through regular checking, validation, data entry, and systematic documentation.

9. Document field activities through photographs, attendance sheets, and other relevant records in compliance with reporting requirements.

10. Coordinate and liaise with local health facilities, community stakeholders, and relevant authorities to facilitate smooth implementation of research activities.

11. Prepare and submit timely field reports, summaries, and updates to the Supervisor/Principal Investigator.

12. Identify and report field-level challenges, risks, or deviations from protocol to the Supervisor for prompt action.

13. Contribute to data cleaning, preliminary analysis, and report writing as required.

14. Perform any other research-related duties assigned by the Supervisor/Principal Investigator in line with project objectives.

Required qualification and experience:

• Master’s degree in Statistics / Biostatistics / Public Health / Epidemiology / Applied Statistics / Data Science from a recognized university.

• 2 years working experience in the field implementation of development programs will be an added advantage.

• Fresher will also increase to Appy. 

Salary & benefits:

• Salary: As per the BBF Salary Structure – BDT 22,000 per month.

• 03 Festival bonus.

• Provident Fund, Gratuity Fund.

Notes of attention:

• Only short-listed candidates shall be invited for written test /interview.

• BBF does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

Interested candidates who fulfill the requirements should submit their resume by mail [email protected] by March 28, 2026. Website- https://bbf.org.bd