Study Nurse (Adv#53/2026)

icddr,b is a Bangladesh-based international health research institute that strives to solve key public health problems through high-quality scientific research and innovation. icddr,b as a values-based organization, encourages women and people with disabilities.

The Infectious Diseases Division conducts high-quality research and provides technical support to ongoing projects and training programs. It works on a broad range of human and animal infectious diseases, and clinical trials of new therapeutics and vaccines.

A clinical trial has been initiated to assess the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of a subcutaneous influenza drug in adult participants with uncomplicated influenza virus infection.

Position Description: 

The Study Nurse will report to the Project Research Physician. The position holder will be responsible for receiving, registering, and examining enrolled patients, as well as providing treatment according to the physician’s advice under this study, and delivering patient care services in accordance with established procedures. The major responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform various nursing and medical procedures & ensure proper use of Medical Equipment & Health Safety measures; 
• Establish and maintain proper communication with supervisors, clients, attendants, and other team members; 
• Perform specific tests of the study participants, collect blood, and provide nursing care;
• Record vital signs, temperature, weight, and height of study participants. Dispense study products/medicine;
• Supervise and monitor the activities of the Health Workers and other support staff to improve the performance and efficiency of the patient care service in the study.

Required qualification and experience:

• Diploma in Nursing Science and Midwifery with valid registration from the Bangladesh Nursing and Midwifery Council (BNMC)
• 1 year of relevant working experience. Candidates having experience in the field of Infectious Diseases in the community setting will be given preference.

Location: Kamalapur & Mirpur, Dhaka.

Number of Positions: 10

Contract Type and Duration: 

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

Salary & Benefits:

• Tk.37,680/-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 icddr,b website: career.icddrb.org by May 2, 2026.