Research Officer (Internal#50/2026)

icddr,b is a Bangladesh-based international health research institute committed to addressing key public health challenges through high-quality research and innovation.

The Virology Laboratory of the Infectious Diseases Division conducts high-quality research and provides technical support to ongoing projects and training programs. The laboratory works on a broad range of human and animal viral infections. Beyond viral research, the laboratory also studies clinically significant non-viral microorganisms. The Virology Laboratory initiated a pilot study “Investigating Reproductive Tract Infections (RTIs) and Associated Factors Among Ever-Married Women and Girls of Forcefully Displaced Myanmar Nationals (FDMN)” that seeks to address existing gaps by investigating the prevalence of common RTIs, identifying associated risk behaviours, and assessing the level of knowledge among the FDMN population.

Position Description: 
The Research Officer will report to the Assistant/Associate Scientist and will be responsible for planning, designing, managing and analyzing research data. The role will support statistical modelling, study design, database management and preparation of high-quality analytical outputs that contribute to evidence-based decision-making in Vaccine trial unit projects. S/he will be involved in –

• Design and manage data collection tools and research databases, ensuring accuracy, completeness and integrity of data collected through field studies;
• Conduct statistical analyses using software such as SPSS, STATA, or R, Python and generate tables, figures, and reports to support research findings;
• Assist in study design and sampling strategies, including sample size calculation, analysis and development of data collection tools;
• Work with the investigator to interpret analytical findings and contribute to research dissemination, including manuscripts and conference presentations;
• Develop research methods and tools in consultation with the PI;
• Prepare data analysis reports and support manuscript preparation, presentations and grant applications;
• Ensure confidentiality and handle all study data ethically in accordance with icddr,b’s research and data protection policies;
• Contribute to the training and capacity building of team members in data management and basic statistical techniques.

Required qualification and experience:

• Master's in Social Science/Disaster Management/Environmental Science with good academic records;
• At least 3 years of research experience in infectious disease laboratory-based public health research settings.

• Short-Term: duration will be 06 months with a possibility of extension subject to the availability of funds and performance.

 Salary & benefits:

• Tk.66,040/-per month (consolidated) inclusive of house rent and conveyance allowances; festival bonus, income tax paid by icddr,b and subsidized canteen. Transport and daycare facilities are subject to space availability.

Notes of attention:

• Only short-listed candidates shall be invited for written tests/interviews.
• icddr,b does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

Interested candidates who fulfil the requirements should submit online applications using the icddr,b website: career.icddrb.org by April 27, 2026.