Armauer Hansen Research Institute (AHRI) Job Vacancy Announcement


Organization Overview:

Established in 1970 through the support of Norwegian and Swedish Save the Children and the Ethiopian Ministry of Health, AHRI is a biomedical research institute based in Addis Ababa. The institute conducts high-impact research in diagnostics, vaccines, and traditional medicine, primarily focusing on neglected tropical diseases and other public health challenges.


1. Position: Researcher I

  • Location: Addis Ababa
  • Term: One-year contract, renewable
  • Grade: XVIII
  • Salary: 15,340 ETB
  • Benefits: Housing Allowance – 6,000 ETB | Telephone/Internet – 1,000 ETB
  • Required Number: 1

Qualifications:

  • MSc in Diagnostic and Public Health Microbiology, Medical Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Microbiology, Immunology, or related fields
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in research and development
  • Minimum 4 publication points (mandatory)

Key Skills:

  • Laboratory quality management and LIMS experience
  • Strong publication record and research leadership
  • SOP development, team supervision, and training capacity

2. Position: Researcher II

  • Location: Addis Ababa
  • Term: One-year contract, renewable
  • Grade: XIX
  • Salary: 16,738 ETB
  • Benefits: Housing Allowance – 6,000 ETB | Telephone/Internet – 1,000 ETB
  • Required Number: 1

Qualifications:

  • MSc in Public Health, Reproductive Health, Epidemiology, or Environmental Health
  • Minimum 6 years of research experience, especially in non-communicable diseases and environmental health
  • Minimum 7 publication points (mandatory)

Key Skills:

  • Experience in project management and program evaluation
  • Skilled in qualitative and systematic review methods
  • Strong publication and research communication skills

3. Position: Assistant Researcher II

  • Location: Addis Ababa
  • Term: One-year contract, renewable
  • Grade: XIV
  • Salary: 10,600 ETB
  • Benefits: Housing Allowance – 2,500 ETB | Telephone/Internet – 500 ETB
  • Required Number: 1

Qualifications:

  • BSc in Medical Biotechnology, Medical Laboratory Technology
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in TB culture, DST, microscopy, and related R&D

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct TB cultures and DST, perform microscopy
  • Train new staff and interns
  • Manage lab equipment, prepare reagents, and ensure quality control
  • Support ISO 15189:2022 lab accreditation activities

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should:

  1. Apply online through Ethiojobs.net
  2. Fill the online application form on AHRI’s official platform (link typically available on the AHRI vacancy post via Ethiojobs).

Application Deadline: May 7, 2025


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