Ifakara Health Institute Hiring Research Officer Intern Apply Now

Ifakara Health Institute Hiring Research Officer Intern: Apply Now. Ifakara Health Institute (IHI) is seeking highly motivated and skilled graduates to join our team as Research Officer Interns and train in genomics and transgenesis. The selected candidate will receive specialized training while contributing to a cutting-edge research project titled Transmission Zero (T0).

The built capacity and contribution under this internship will significantly propel the progress of transgenesis research at IHI and in Tanzania at large toward malaria control and elimination. Transmission Zero is a global malaria research program at IHI, working to develop innovative genetic tools to stop the transmission of malaria in Africa.

Responsibility: Responsibilities

1. Apply statistical and econometric methods to analyze data on malaria transmission, the impacts of interventions, and the community-level economic implications.
2. Assist in synthesizing scientific literature on malaria elimination strategies, particularly gene-drive and vector control interventions, to inform program activities
3. Prepare summary reports, graphs, and dashboards that translate complex data into clear insights for researchers, policymakers, and community stakeholders
4. Contribute to field activities by supporting surveys, monitoring socio-economic indicators, and engaging with communities to capture contextual data relevant to malaria control.
5. Work closely with multidisciplinary teams (entomologists, social scientists, modelers) within the Transmission Zero program, and contribute to internal knowledge-sharing and capacity-building initiatives

Skill: Desired Skills

1. Ability to work as part of the team and independently
2. Well understanding of molecular biology and parasitology techniques is an added advantage
3. Practical skills in different molecular biology and parasitology techniques

Qualification Required: Essential Qualification

1. Applicants must hold a degree, preferably in Statistics or Economics or Statistics and Economics
2. Preferred Language Skill: Preferred Language
3. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Job Opening date : 10-Sep-2025Job closing date : 23-Sep-2025

How to Apply:

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

https://recruitment.ihi.or.tz/ihicareers/Career.aspx?ext=7&cc=jDjnpaqYiKk%3d

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