Senior Research Assistant (Internal#87/2026)

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. As a values-based organization icddr,b encourages women and people with disabilities.

The Emerging Infections and Parasitology Laboratory focuses on vector-borne diseases of public health importance, with particular emphasis on arboviral infections and malaria. The laboratory conducts research on diseases such as dengue, chikungunya, Japanese encephalitis, Zika, and malaria, encompassing pathogen surveillance, epidemiology, transmission dynamics, diagnostics, and intervention strategies. In addition, the laboratory investigates other parasitic and neglected tropical diseases, including leishmaniasis, enteric protozoan infections, and helminth infections.

Position Description:
The Senior Research Assistant will report directly to the Principal Investigator and will be responsible for coordinating and conducting research activities for the study evaluating the entomological and epidemiological efficacy, feasibility, acceptability, and cost-effectiveness of implementing community-based spatial repellents (SRs) in high-risk wards of Dhaka. The role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain liaison with field staff to ensure effective communication and coordination.
• Receive, store, and maintain an inventory of samples from field sites.
• Perform DNA/RNA extraction techniques (both standard and rapid) from human blood or Dried Blood spots, and conduct various molecular assays (e.g., ELISA, PCR, and RT-PCR).
• Conduct laboratory activities for the detection and characterization of arboviral infections using arboviral panel ELISA assays.
• Oversee mosquito surveillance activities, including vector collection, species identification, and monitoring of vector density and indices.
• Comply with laboratory safety standards and maintain proper documentation of all procedures.
• Maintain study documentation, including field logs, inventories, monitoring reports, and regulatory records.
• Interpret tests, generate reports on results, and keep accurate records.
• Prepare periodic progress reports and provide regular updates to the Principal Investigator on study implementation, challenges, and mitigation measures.

Required qualifications and experience:

• Master's degree in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology/Zoology with good academic records.
• At least 3 years of experience in infectious disease or vector-borne disease research, preferably involving arboviral diseases, malaria, or entomological surveillance.
• Hands-on experience in molecular and serological techniques, including DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, RT-PCR, Flow cytometry and ELISA.

Location: Mohakhali, Dhaka.

Number of Positions: 01

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.50,267/-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 July 8, 2026.