The Armauer Hansen Research Institute (AHRI) was founded in 1970 through the initiative of the Norwegian and Swedish Save the Children organizations, seconded by the Ministry of Health of Ethiopia. The Institute got its name from the Norwegian physician, Gerhard Henrik Armauer Hansen, who first described the leprosy bacillus (Mycobacterium leprae). AHRI reorganized by the decree of the Council of Ministers’ Regulation No. 530/2023 with the objectives of conducting biomedical and clinical trials, and bioequivalence research, promoting and strengthening local production of pharmaceutical products, and research capacity building under the Federal Ministry of Health. AHRI, over its 50 years of service, is well known for its hub function in skill and technology transfer, as well as its partnerships that embrace research agendas with a direct impact on the development and transformation of the population in Ethiopia and beyond.

The Malaria and Neglected Tropical Diseases (MNTD) Research Division is one of the departments at the institute. Currently, MNTD is conducting various malaria research projects, which include entomology and vector control work packages. DRIVAX is a Wellcome Trust-funded project run by MNTD in AHRI in collaboration with international collaborators and partners. This project will be implemented in the selected study sites of West Arsi Zone, Shalla Woreda, Oromia region, and looks for vibrant young professionals to join our multi-disciplinary team. Therefore, the Malaria and Neglected Tropical Diseases Research Directorate is looking for self-driven, motivated, and energetic researchers to join our team as Junior Researcher (Malaria Microscopist).

Roles and Responsibilities

• Malaria microscopy: diagnosis, species identification, and determination of load.

• Prepare specimens, view them under the microscope, and take notes of the perceptions

• Record or photograph the microscopic images

• Work closely with the laboratory and data management team

• Execute other responsibilities coming from the Malaria Research Team

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

• BSc Degree in Laboratory Sciences/Technology from a recognized institution, having experience in malaria microscopy is an advantage

• Knowledge of laboratory quality control and biosafety procedures.

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work in a team environment

Skills and Competences

• Basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

• Self-driven, motivated, and result-oriented

• Ability to work independently and under pressure 

• Excellent interpersonal communication

• Willing to support others and share workloads

• Flexible to work off-working hours or weekends and holidays as needed

Positions available: 1 (one)

Duty station: Addis Ababa, with frequent travel to Shalla woreda of West Arsi Zone

Salary: ETB 10,386.00

Terms of employment: one-year contract period with full-time employment basis, with possibility of extension based on performance and budget availability.

How To Apply

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