The University of Saskatchewan is offering a graduate opportunity in the Department of Nutrition at The Cochrane Laboratory. This project focuses on investigating the impact of feeding HIV-infected breast milk to babies, aiming to provide alternatives to donated breast milk to give babies the benefits of breast milk without the risk of passing on HIV.

Key Details:

• Type: Masters
• Application Deadline: May 31, 2024

Project Description:

The project involves inviting pregnant individuals living with HIV and caregivers of HIV-exposed infants to participate in focus groups or semi-structured private interviews to understand their perspectives on providing donated breast milk to their babies.

Value & Duration of Award:

The selected candidate will receive a stipend and is expected to apply for internal and external scholarships.

Eligible Countries: All Countries

Eligibility:

To be considered for this scholarship, you must meet the following criteria:

• Cumulative weighted average of at least 80% from your undergraduate degree
• Knowledge related to HIV/AIDS, infant nutrition, and donor human milk, with experience working with Indigenous communities
• Qualitative research experience is an asset, including conducting focus groups, private interviews, and thematic analysis
• Strong organizational, time management, written, and verbal communication skills

How to Apply:

1. Submit your application to Dr. Cochrane at Kelsey.cochrane@usask.ca with the subject title “MSc HIV Donor Milk.”
2. Review of applications will begin immediately, with acceptance and evaluation until May 31, 2024.
3. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research at the University of Saskatchewan. Apply before the deadline on May 31, 2024!

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