Research Officer (Intern) at Ifakara Health Institute - March 2025

Position Summary: Intern Research Officer
One opening for the role of research officer (intern)
Whom This Project Reports To: The Project Manager, the Head of CDCI, or the Clinical Coordinator of SFRRH
Ifakara is the place of work.
Submission Deadline: March 20, 2025
Our Profile
Among Africa's most prestigious research institutions, Ifakara Health Institute (IHI) has an impressive history of creating, evaluating, and certifying health breakthroughs. Biomedical and ecological sciences, intervention studies, health systems research, service delivery, policy translation, and more are all part of the Institute's current breadth of work, which is driven by a fundamental strategic mandate for research, training, and services.
Summary of Work
St. Francis Regional Referral Hospital (SFRRH) is home to both inpatient and outpatient services for HIV/TB patients, and the Ifakara Health Institute is looking for an intern with experience in these areas to assess, diagnose, treat, and manage these patients. The intern's primary responsibility will be to assist the hospital, local and state governments, and other health implementation partners in providing better patient care. Within the current research infrastructure of the Kilombero and Ulanga Antiretroviral Cohort (KIULARCO), the Research Officer will oversee and instruct younger colleagues on diagnostic workup and patient management. Along with this, they will be pushed to create their own research plans and initiatives.
Job Functions and Accountability
Care for people living with HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis in accordance with local protocols, national guidelines, and standards for clinical management of these diseases.
Oversee and instruct less experienced medical professionals and clinical officials in the identification and treatment of HIV and tuberculosis patients.
Identify and treat opportunistic infections (OIs) or refer patients to the relevant departments if necessary.
Ensure accurate patient records are kept by filling out case report forms (CRF), which include CTC 1/2.
Consultation and ward rounds for patients admitted to various departments at SFRRH who are living with HIV.
Follow all rules and regulations set out by the hospital, the Chronic Diseases Clinic of Ifakara (CDCI), and the Ministry of Health (MOH) as outlined in your job description.
Clients attending CDCI and PLHIV might receive health education and counselling on adherence.
Reminder: Monday through Thursday at CDCI and Friday from 7:30 to 9:00 at SFRRH clinical hall are all mandatory meetings.
Stop by the IHI for some scientific meetings.
Assist in the organisation, management, and execution of research projects undertaken by IHI and its collaborators.
Assist the PL, the site director of IHI, or the director general of SFRRH with any other duties as required.
Background and Skills
A medical degree at the bachelor level (MD).
Internship certificate.
Tanganyika Medical Council registration (or application pending).
Have worked with HIV/TB patients before or have a certificate that verifies this.
Abilities and Capabilities
Native speaker of Swahili and English.
Passion for tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS care.
Excessive drive for scientific endeavours.
Demonstrates a collaborative management approach and possesses excellent interpersonal abilities.
Skilled at establishing and maintaining rapport with both junior and senior-level professionals.
There is a strong desire to train younger employees.
Displaying a professional demeanour and adhering to strict work principles.
Ability to organise and plan ahead.
Dedicated to achieving their goals.
Integrity, initiative, equity, excellence, and accountability are the tenets of IHI that you should uphold.
Remuneration
As per the wage scales set by IHI, successful candidates would be provided a competitive and attractive compensation package.
A Fair Shot
Equal opportunity is a core value at IHI. We have a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination, harassment, and bias in the workplace and during the hiring process. Tanzanian labour laws regulate our hiring process, and we base all hiring decisions on job criteria and individual qualifications.
Application Method
Send your cover letter, resume (with email, phone, and cell numbers), and copies of relevant academic and professional credentials to the following email address if you meet the prerequisites listed above for this position.
This application must be submitted no later than Thursday, March 20th, 2025, at 12:00 hrs (EAT). Please ensure that the subject line of all email applications includes the following: RESEARCH OFFICER INTERN - CDCI. For the interview, only candidates who have been shortlisted will be contacted.
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