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Job Summary

Our clinical activities are growing rapidly, and we are currently seeking full-time, home-based Clinical Research Associates to join our Clinical Monitoring team in South Africa. This position will work with a team to accomplish tasks and projects that are instrumental to the company’s success. The Clinical Research Associate at Medpace is offered the unique opportunity to be involved at every stage of the drug development process by providing unrivalled support to our customers. If you want an exciting career where you use your medical or health background and education, travel extensively and are instrumental in the clinical trials process, this could be the opportunity for you.

We kindly ask to submit applications in English.

Entry level associates with research associate or trial assistant-type backgrounds may also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-study, initiation, monitoring, and closeout visits for research sites;
• Perform source document verification and case report form review;
• Perform regulatory document review;
• Conduct study drug inventory;
• Perform adverse event and serious adverse event reporting and follow-up;
• Assess patient recruitment and retention.

Qualifications

• Minimum a Bachelor of science in health-related field or equivalent
• Minimum of 1-year independent clinical monitoring; Entry level associates may be considered with relevant trial assistant or research associate-type backgrounds
• Broad knowledge of medical terminology and clinical patient management
• Basic knowledge of drug therapy techniques and clinical research methodologies
• Comprehensive knowledge of Local Regulations and ICH GCP
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Fluency in English
• Great attention to detail
• Must hold a valid driver’s license

Medpace Overview

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 5,000 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today.

The work we’ve done over the past 30+ years has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face hundreds of diseases across all key therapeutic areas. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.

Medpace Perks

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Competitive PTO packages
• Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
• Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
• Employee health and wellness initiatives

Awards

• Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Most Successful Midsize Companies in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
• Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility

What to Expect Next

A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.

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The Research Foundation of the City University of New York (RF CUNY) invites applications for a full-time Research Associate in Dr. Jessica Rothman’s Wildlife Ecology and Nutrition laboratory at Hunter College as part of a NASA funded project entitled “Mega impacts of Megaherbivores: unraveling the role of rhino restoration in fire-savannah dynamics”. The successful candidate will conduct field research and use remote sensing tools to assess the before-and-after eosystem effects related to rhino reintroductions in Zimbabwe, South Africa and Uganda in line with grant activities, as well as use existing data. The position is expected to last for 1 year as per the grant award, but is initially funded for 6 months.

Other Duties

• Use pre-existing field datasets from Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, South Africa, to examine how rhinos create and maintain grazing lawns along a productivity (rainfall) gradient.
• Map the distribution of grazing lawns using the above datasets to understand the relationship between rhinos and their habitat combining data with remote sensing imagery at different spatial and spectral scales (30 m and 60 m resolution).
• Provide technical and logistical support for field work in Uganda and Zimbabwe, which includes tracking rhino movement and feeding ecology of individual rhinos.
• Use NASA databases including PlantScope/Harmonized Landsat-Sentinel, to link rhino movement and feeding ecology with changes in grass biomass from field collected data in the first year.
• Procure a large database with information on ungulate communities and densities (specifically white rhino) in reserves across South Africa.
• Link the above database on rhino densities across South African reserves with remotely sensed indices of fire intensity and grass-layer heterogeneity.
• Contribute to analyses and manuscript preparation for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• PhD research on large mammal ecology
• At least 2 years of postdoctoral experience conducting large mammal ecological research
• Prior experience using remote sensing techniques
• Prior experience publishing in peer-reviewed journals

The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) is a nonprofit educational corporation founded in 1963 to provide post-award fiscal and administrative support for CUNY’s research and sponsored programs. RFCUNY’s services allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries, on projects and programs that serve our local and global communities, proposing concrete solutions to society’s most pressing challenges.

RFCUNY serves as a fiscal agent and works closely with all the CUNY campus Grants Offices to perform the core functions of post-award financial management for CUNY research projects and sponsored programs. These functions include legal assessment and signing of agreements where RFCUNY is named as a fiscal agent; setting up award accounts; preparing sub-awards and assisting PIs in monitoring the work of the recipients of sub-awards; supporting project directors with hiring and managing research project and sponsored program staff; supporting the purchasing and paying for goods and services with grant and program funds; managing financial aspects of projects including accounts receivable, financial reporting, invoicing, budget monitoring, and cost compliance with uniform guidance; ensuring that sponsor financial requirements are met; monitoring compliance with applicable project and financial management rules and laws; supporting the management of independent and external audits and financial reviews; and providing data, information, management expertise, and other supports to CUNY’s research and sponsored programs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Key Features

Status
Full Time

Annual Salary Range
$90,000.00 - $90,000.00

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The application period has been extended. Closing date: 14 August 2022.

UNU-WIDER is hiring a Research Associate in Pretoria, South Africa.

As a Research Associate, you would contribute to the research and management of our Southern African – Towards Inclusive Economic Development (SA-TIED) programme, which builds critical bridges between research and policy in South Africa.

For the full job description and to apply, visit UNU Careers .

UNU offers three types of contracts: fixed-term staff positions (General Service, National Officer, and Professional), Personnel Service Agreement positions (PSA), and consultant positions (CTC). For more information, see the Contract Types page .

Please review UNU’s Recruitment and Selection Process before applying for a position.

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The application period has been extended. Closing date: 14 August 2022. UNU-WIDER is hiring a Research Associate in Pretoria, South Africa. As a Research Associate, you would contribute to the research and management of our Southern African – Towards Inclusive Economic Development (SA-TIED) programme, which builds critical bridges between research and policy in South Africa. For the full job description and to apply, visit UNU Careers . UNU offers three types of contracts: fixed-term staff positions (General Service, National Officer, and Professional), Personnel Service Agreement positions (PSA), and consultant positions (CTC). For more information, see the Contract Types page . Please review UNU’s Recruitment and Selection Process before applying for a position. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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Date Posted: 05/14/2025
Req ID: 42971
Faculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of Medicine
Department: Department of Molecular Genetics
Campus : St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

OVERVIEW:
The Department of Molecular Genetics in the Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto invites applications for the position of Research Associate (Limited Term) to design and lead research projects in the area of microbiology, functional genomics, chemical genomics, and antimicrobial drug resistance. Specifically, the program will focus on the molecular mechanisms by which metabolic flexibility controls virulence traits in fungal pathogens.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates require a Ph.D. and a minimum of five (5) years of postdoctoral/research associate experience with demonstrated academic and research expertise in the field of mycology, genetics, genomics, and molecular biology.The incumbent will design and lead research pertaining to several projects in the lab focused on functional genomics, chemical genomics, fungal pathogenesis, and antimicrobial drug resistance. Extensive experience working with pathogenic fungi, including Candida albicans and Candida auris, is critical as is demonstrated experience with large-scale genetic mutant screens and mutant construction. Candidates must have experience with C. albicans molecular biology and biochemistry, including chromatin immunoprecipitation, monitoring transcript levels, epitope tagging, protein purification, purification of mitochondria, and assays of mitochondrial function. Experience leading interdisciplinary work is critical, as is experience collaborating with structural biologists, computational biologists, and chemists. Candidates must have experience preparing manuscripts for submission to peer review publications/journals and assisting with preparing research proposals to be submitted to granting agencies. Candidates must have experience presenting findings at meetings and conferences. Candidates must have experience designing, planning and executing experiments and research. Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills are required, and candidates must be able to work positively with others and mentor trainees in a large collaborative laboratory.

KEY DUTIES

• Designing, planning and executing research projects.
• Designing and constructing mutants for functional genomic collections.
• Performing assays that include but are not limited to: cloning, PCR, qRT-PCR, electrophoretic analysis, protein and enzyme assays, microbial transformations, drug resistance testing, screening mutant libraries, and functional and chemical genomic assays involving genome and barcode sequencing analysis.
• Reading published papers relevant to the experiments being performed and adapting procedures accordingly.
• Liaising with collaborators and assisting in the compilation, analysis and reporting of research findings to researchers within and outside of the program.
• Assisting with preparing manuscripts for submission to peer review publications/journals.
• Assisting with research proposals to be submitted to granting agencies.

Beyond these responsibilities, the individual may be expected to participate in research supervision of two or more students or other trainees. At all times, the individual is expected to support the overall research and training missions of the lab.

Please note:

• This is a two (2) year term position.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

All qualified incumbents are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Closing Date: 06/16/2025,11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Research Associate
Appointment Type : Grant - Term
Schedule:
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: R01 -- Research Associates (Limited Term): $52,574 - $98,576
Job Category: Research Administration & Teaching

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building aculture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectivelyaddress and serve the interests of our global community. Westrongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples,Black and racialized persons, women, persons withdisabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities.We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment toequity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverseperspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential tostrengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see .

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact .

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Production Research Associate

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An established agrochemical manufacturer is seeking a Production Research Associate to conduct field agronomy research and production research field trials by assisting with regional and global Production Research technology projects, ensuring operational excellence and driving continuous improvement in seed production yield.

Duties & Responsibilities

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have minimum a BSc degree in a relevant Agricultural discipline
• Minimum 2 years’ hands-on experience in the design and execution of general, field and laboratory trial setups will be required
• Must have a strong record of innovation and applying modern technology
• Knowledge of seed production operations will be beneficial
• Must have excellent communication skills, oral and written, under diverse circumstances and audiences
• Willingness to work in field conditions and using farming equipment is essential
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to travel up to 40% of time

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• All aspects of Production Research trial coordination, including grower co-ordination, trial packing, planting, in-season trial and data management, harvesting, and post-harvest data collection activities.
• Executing high quality Proof of Concept (POC) Production Research projects, aimed at innovative technology deployment, through utilization of data analysis to improve production cost, seed quality and production reliability.
• Operating and maintaining specialized field and facility equipment for effective and efficient functioning of all testing operations within the region.
• Driving and promoting agronomic and technical improvements within the broader Seed Production organization through continued stakeholder engagement and customer centricity.
• Recording Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) to help drive continuous process improvements, operational excellence and data quality within the region.
• Partnering with Production Research counterparts in other regions to drive alignment and consistency in testing activities.
• Training and participating in the development of people resources and talent at the site, including interns and contract employees.
• Leading HSE efforts according to ISO 45001 and safety standards focusing on legal compliance and identifying safety risks applying the HIRA methodology.
• Participating in compiling risk assessments and job safety analysis.
• Actively recording safety observation and near misses.
• Participating in 5WHY problem solving identifying corrective and preventative actions.

Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into, only with the shortlisted candidates.

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Production Research Associate Reference: PTA -EV-1 An established agrochemical manufacturer is seeking a Production Research Associate to conduct field agronomy research and production research field trials by assisting with regional and global Production Research technology projects, ensuring operational excellence and driving continuous improvement in seed production yield. Duties & Responsibilities Minimum requirements for the role: Must have minimum a BSc degree in a relevant Agricultural discipline Minimum 2 years’ hands-on experience in the design and execution of general, field and laboratory trial setups will be required Must have a strong record of innovation and applying modern technology Knowledge of seed production operations will be beneficial Must have excellent communication skills, oral and written, under diverse circumstances and audiences Willingness to work in field conditions and using farming equipment is essential Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to travel up to 40% of time The successful candidate will be responsible for: All aspects of Production Research trial coordination, including grower co-ordination, trial packing, planting, in-season trial and data management, harvesting, and post-harvest data collection activities. Executing high quality Proof of Concept (POC) Production Research projects, aimed at innovative technology deployment, through utilization of data analysis to improve production cost, seed quality and production reliability. Operating and maintaining specialized field and facility equipment for effective and efficient functioning of all testing operations within the region. Driving and promoting agronomic and technical improvements within the broader Seed Production organization through continued stakeholder engagement and customer centricity. Recording Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) to help drive continuous process improvements, operational excellence and data quality within the region. Partnering with Production Research counterparts in other regions to drive alignment and consistency in testing activities. Training and participating in the development of people resources and talent at the site, including interns and contract employees. Leading HSE efforts according to ISO 45001 and safety standards focusing on legal compliance and identifying safety risks applying the HIRA methodology. Participating in compiling risk assessments and job safety analysis. Actively recording safety observation and near misses. Participating in 5 WHY problem solving identifying corrective and preventative actions. Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into, only with the shortlisted candidates. Package & Remuneration Market related #J-18808-Ljbffr

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Date Posted: 05/14/2025Req ID: 42971Faculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of MedicineDepartment: Department of Molecular GeneticsCampus : St. George (Downtown Toronto) Description: OVERVIEW: The Department of Molecular Genetics in the Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto invites applications for the position of Research Associate (Limited Term) to design and lead research projects in the area of microbiology, functional genomics, chemical genomics, and antimicrobial drug resistance. Specifically, the program will focus on the molecular mechanisms by which metabolic flexibility controls virulence traits in fungal pathogens. QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates require a Ph. D. and a minimum of five (5) years of postdoctoral/research associate experience with demonstrated academic and research expertise in the field of mycology, genetics, genomics, and molecular biology. The incumbent will design and lead research pertaining to several projects in the lab focused on functional genomics, chemical genomics, fungal pathogenesis, and antimicrobial drug resistance. Extensive experience working with pathogenic fungi, including Candida albicans and Candida auris, is critical as is demonstrated experience with large-scale genetic mutant screens and mutant construction. Candidates must have experience with C. albicans molecular biology and biochemistry, including chromatin immunoprecipitation, monitoring transcript levels, epitope tagging, protein purification, purification of mitochondria, and assays of mitochondrial function. Experience leading interdisciplinary work is critical, as is experience collaborating with structural biologists, computational biologists, and chemists. Candidates must have experience preparing manuscripts for submission to peer review publications/journals and assisting with preparing research proposals to be submitted to granting agencies. Candidates must have experience presenting findings at meetings and conferences. Candidates must have experience designing, planning and executing experiments and research. Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills are required, and candidates must be able to work positively with others and mentor trainees in a large collaborative laboratory. KEY DUTIES Designing, planning and executing research projects. Designing and constructing mutants for functional genomic collections. Performing assays that include but are not limited to: cloning, PCR, q RT-PCR, electrophoretic analysis, protein and enzyme assays, microbial transformations, drug resistance testing, screening mutant libraries, and functional and chemical genomic assays involving genome and barcode sequencing analysis. Reading published papers relevant to the experiments being performed and adapting procedures accordingly. Liaising with collaborators and assisting in the compilation, analysis and reporting of research findings to researchers within and outside of the program. Assisting with preparing manuscripts for submission to peer review publications/journals. Assisting with research proposals to be submitted to granting agencies. Beyond these responsibilities, the individual may be expected to participate in research supervision of two or more students or other trainees. At all times, the individual is expected to support the overall research and training missions of the lab. Please note: This is a two (2) year term position. The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. All qualified incumbents are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Closing Date: 06/16/2025,11:59 PM ETEmployee Group: Research AssociateAppointment Type : Grant - TermSchedule: Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: R01 -- Research Associates (Limited Term): $52,574 - $98,576Job Category: Research Administration & Teaching All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Diversity Statement The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building aculture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectivelyaddress and serve the interests of our global community. Westrongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons withdisabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment toequity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverseperspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential tostrengthening our academic mission.As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see . Accessibility Statement The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact . #J-18808-Ljbffr

Research Associate - Pretoria, South Africa

UNU-WIDER is looking for an outstanding individual with strong commitment and potential to support the research programme of the Institute. Closing date: 27 October 2017, 23:59 UTC+3.

United Nations University objectives

The United Nations University (UNU) is an international community of scholars, engaged in research, postgraduate teaching and capacity development, and dissemination of knowledge in furthering the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations. The mission of UNU is to contribute, through research and capacity-building, to solutions to the pressing global problems that are the concern of the United Nations and its Member States. For more information please visit .

United Nations University World Institute for Development Economics Research (UNU-WIDER)

UNU-WIDER is a leading international development economics think tank. The Institute provides economic analysis and policy advice with the aim of promoting sustainable and equitable development for all. It is a unique blend of think tank, research institute, and UN agency — providing a range of services from policy advice to governments, as well as freely available original research. For more information on UNU-WIDER and its work programme, please visit .

UNU-WIDER is in the process of setting up a joint research, policy and capacity-building programme with the National Treasury (NT) of the Republic of South Africa that engages key local and regional institutions and aims to help achieve economic transformation and inclusive growth in the Southern African region.

A key area of work in this programme is to conduct policy-relevant research on public revenue mobilization on the South African tax system. The programme will make available the tax administrative data collected by the South African Revenue Service (SARS) for use as a tool in economic policy-making and integrate further the various micro-level databases available in South Africa.

UNU-WIDER is looking for an outstanding individual with strong commitment and potential to support this programme. The position is based at NT or SARS in Pretoria, South Africa.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Director of UNU-WIDER, the Research Associate will perform a key role in creating, maintaining, and updating administrative tax data from South Africa, and making it available for researchers. The Research Associate will:

• create and manage micro-level databases
• update databases on a regular basis to incorporate the latest relevant available data and variables
• generate manuals describing the process of updating the databases, including basic descriptive tables and figures and analysis of data quality
• ensure consistent use of the datasets within the programme
• actively explore new micro-data sources
• participate in data projects that involve the comparison of data from tax records with data from other sources
• assist researchers in accessing the data, answer their queries, and run computer code and extract results as needed for non-South Africa-based researchers
• communicate regularly with programme stakeholders on specific data requirements
• ensure that secure computers used for accessing the data are up to date with computing power and statistical software
• assist in a scoping study on remote data access and its possible implementation
• assist in drafting research studies and management reports
• perform other duties as requested by the supervisor.

Required qualifications and experience

• a minimum of a master’s degree in economics, statistics, or equivalent social science, with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience
• demonstrated ability to independently carry out, create, update and manage databases
• required knowledge of computer programme languages, especially Stata; knowledge of other computer programming languages — in particular R is an advantage
• excellent drafting skills and fluency in both oral and written English
• excellent team player with strong, well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Remuneration

Monthly remuneration of ZAR50,200 subject to submission of reports to the Director on the tasks accomplished at the end of each quarter during the contract period at 15 March, 15 June, 15 September and 15 December.

The successful candidate will be employed in Pretoria, South Africa and will not hold international civil servant status nor be a ‘staff member’ as defined in the United Nations Staff Rules and Regulations. No relocation allowance applies.

UNU has its own medical insurance for employees contracted under a Personnel Service Agreement (PSA).

Duration of contract

This is full-time employment on a one (1) year Personnel Service Agreement (PSA) contract with UNU-WIDER, with the possibility for renewal subject to requirements and satisfactory work performance, with the combined duration of appointments not exceeding six (6) years.

Starting date : As soon as possible.

Application procedure

Interested applicants should submit their applications online using this form and must upload the following:

• a cover letter setting out how their qualifications and experience match the requirements of the position
• a copy of highest educational degree obtained.

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs (Charter of the United Nations: Chapter 3, article 8).

Organizational unit United Nations University World Institute for Development Economics Research (UNU-WIDER)Reference number 2017/UNU/WIDER/PSA/RA/81

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