Armauer Hansen Research Institute(AHRI) External Vacancy Announcement
Job Position 1 – Junior Researcher (Genomics)
Required Qualification and Experience
Education: B.Sc. degree in Biotechnology, Biology or Medical laboratory Science/Technology
Work experience is not required but experience in sequencing lab settings is advantageous.
Duties and Responsibilities
Perform Nucleic acid purification and library preparation for sequencing
Prepare reports of lab experiment results and present timely and regularly
Manage and monitor appropriate storage of samples, libraries and reagents
Keep inventory of reagents
Prepare list of reagents for procurement based on usage
Perform activities related with laboratory quality improvement
Train students and other staff who would use sequencing facilities
Take on additional assignments that may be assigned by the project PI.
Location: Addis Ababa
Deadline: January 10,2025
Salary: ETB 10,386.00 (Ten Thousand Three Hundred Eighty Six Birr)
Job Position 2 – Junior Researcher_ Serology Lab Technician
Required Qualification and Experience
Education: BSc. Degree in Medical Laboratory Science/Technology, Biology.
Work experience is not required but hands-on lab experience in serology lab setting is advantageous.
Duties and Responsibilities
General Roles and Responsibilities
Read and understand Luminex MagPix machine manual in detail
Follow all periodic and daily MagPix machine maintenance procedures and record all the necessary information timely.
Include all MagPix maintenance parts in all procurement lists for the respective projects if one of their objective includes serology on MagPix machine
If any error occurred related to the MagPix machine, discuss the issue with serology lab teams before going to fix the problem on your own.
Take all the responsibilities during supervising students, other lab teams, or other lab units, guests etc while performing on the machine and for any related procedures.
Specific Roles and Responsibilities
Ensure the cleanliness and proper maintenance of laboratory equipment and workspaces.
Prepare weekly individual plan
Receive, label, and store appropriately samples collected from the field.
Make sure that samples and reagents are stored and used based on the standard of the lab and manufacturer guidelines and procedures.
Utilize complex technical equipment extensively to achieve desired results
Read and follow all the SOPs related to the experiment type
Follow standardized procedures to prepare buffers, reagents and volumetric solutions to combine with samples and used in different steps of the procedure
Maintain precise records; follow established quality assurance and quality control guidelines. Use laboratory log book in addition to electronic recordings
Plan, prepare, process antigen bead based assay, antibody bead based assay, CSP bead based assay and genotyping on luminex MagPix machine
Prepare required samples, buffers, and reagents in accordance with laboratory protocols and quality standards.
Maintain updated knowledge through training on the latest testing methods and laboratory equipment
Prepare and share SOPs for new techniques and procedures developed in our laboratory or adopted from different collaborative laboratories
Support and guide junior laboratory staff, postgraduate students (MSc/PhD), and visiting researchers from other institutions with the approval of the Principal Investigator (PI)
Capable of standing or staying in a fixed position for durations of 4-5 hours
Location: Addis Ababa
Deadline: January 10,2025
Salary: ETB 10,386.00 (Ten Thousand Three Hundred Eighty Six Birr
Job Position 3 – Junior Researcher_ Statistician
Required Qualification and Experience
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Mathematics, or related field of study.
Work experience is not required but experience (1-2 years) in a research setting, preferably in biomedical or public health research is advantageous.
Duties and Responsibilities
Collect, clean, and organize data from various sources.
Conduct statistical analyses using appropriate methodologies to support malaria research projects.
Develop and maintain databases to ensure data integrity and accessibility.
Assist in the design and implementation of data collection instruments and protocols.
Apply statistical models to analyze research data and interpret results.
Collaborate with senior statisticians and researchers to refine and improve statistical models.
Prepare detailed reports and presentations of statistical analyses and findings.
Document all statistical methods and procedures used in analyses.
Work closely with multidisciplinary research teams, including epidemiologists, biologists, and public health experts.
Provide statistical support and consultation to research team members.
Stay updated with the latest statistical techniques and software.
Attend relevant workshops, seminars, and training sessions.
Share knowledge and train other team members in statistical methods and data management practices.
Location: Addis Ababa
Deadline: January 10,2025
Salary: ETB 10,386.00 (Ten Thousand Three Hundred Eighty Six Birr)
Job Position 4 – Associate Researcher I
Required Qualification and Experience
Education: MSc Degree in Laboratory Sciences or Immunology 2 years of experience and 2publication points.
Duties and Responsibilities
Participate in the analytical and clinical validation of NanoIDx (ELISA and/or LFA) and molecular assays for HBsAg detection.
Work under the guidance and direction of the NanoIDx project PI to ensure project milestones are achieved.
Participate in nanobodies expression, purification, and conjugation.
Support other immunological and molecular based projects and assist MSc and PhD students enrolled in these projects.
Receive clinical samples (plasma, serum) from study sites/facilities, ensure proper long-term storage, and perform laboratory testing of these samples per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Establish and adhere to research protocols with the NanoIDx team.
Conduct research adhering to high standards of quality control and assurance required for regulatory approval, and write technical reports and manuscripts based on research findings.
Prepare lists of reagents, supplies, and equipment for domestic and international procurement. Ensure proper storage, utilization, and regular monitoring, and provide inventory reports.
Provide training to other researchers and staff to enhance their skills and knowledge.
Stay updated with the latest advancements in immunodiagnostics and incorporate them into ongoing projects.
Ensure compliance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.
Systematically document all samples using appropriate biological sample management systems.
Location: Addis Ababa
Deadline: January 7,2025
Salary: As per the organization’s scale
Job Position 5 – Associate Researcher I_ Biostatistician
Required Qualification and Experience
Education: MSc in Biostatistics, Public Health Epidemiology, or related field with 5+ years of work experience.
Duties and Responsibilities
Analyze data using statistical methods such as longitudinal analysis, survival analysis, mixed-effect modeling, logistic regression, and other model-building techniques.
Stay current with methodological or conceptual advancements in biomedical research by reviewing literature, attending conferences, and consulting with colleagues.
Prepare statistical data for inclusion in reports to relevant bodies.
Work closely with multidisciplinary research teams, including epidemiologists, biologists, and public health experts.
Write and publish scientific articles or present findings at national and international conferences.
Assisting the PIs in preparing draft manuscripts and following up the process of publishing in scientific journals
Design project plans, timelines, technical objectives, and select appropriate study methodologies for biomedical research studies.
Prepare detailed analysis plans and write descriptions of analyses and findings for research protocols or reports.
Monitor clinical trials or experiments to ensure adherence to protocols and data quality.
Collaborate with professionals to design epidemiological research studies.
Review state-of-the-art medical research protocols and recommend appropriate statistical analyses.
Attend relevant workshops, seminars, and training sessions.
Share knowledge and train other team members in statistical methods and data management practices.
Write and publish scientific manuscripts and technical reports in reputable journals.
Perform other duties of the PIs as required
Location: Addis Ababa
Deadline: January 10,2025
Salary: ETB 21,273.00 (Twenty One Thousand Two Hundred Seventy Three Birr)
How to apply
Interested applicants who fulfil the above requirements should send their CV/resume through This LINK BY Searching the position you apply for and to facilitate the screening process, applicants should also fill the online application form at the following website: https://ee.kobotoolbox.org/single/CSyRGCzj
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