Armauer Hansen Vacancy

Position Summary

The Junior Research Coordinator will serve as the operational focal person for the project, supporting its day-to-day implementation and coordination, with primary responsibility for activities at the ALERT Study Site. Working under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Coordinator will facilitate communication between study sites, coordinate research operations, support regulatory compliance, and ensure that project activities are implemented efficiently, according to approved protocols, timelines, and ethical requirements. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an early-career health professional to gain practical experience in the coordination and implementation of multidisciplinary biomedical research.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Research Coordination

• Coordinate the day-to-day implementation of research activities at the ALERT Study Site.
• Facilitate effective communication and coordination between the Addis Ababa and Bahir Dar study teams.
• Support planning, scheduling, and implementation of project activities across both study sites.
• Monitor implementation progress and identify operational challenges, escalating issues to the Principal Investigator as appropriate.
• Coordinate project meetings, workshops, and other collaborative activities.
• Coordinate participant recruitment, follow-up, and study visits in collaboration with the clinical and research teams.
• Coordinate biological sample collection, processing, storage, shipment, and documentation in accordance with study protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure study documentation is complete, accurate, and maintained in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and institutional requirements.
• Support data management and quality assurance activities to ensure the completeness and integrity of study data.
• Monitor adherence to study protocols, ethical approvals, and regulatory requirements.
• Support preparation and submission of ethics applications, amendments, progress reports, and other regulatory documents.
• Coordinate project logistics, including procurement, inventory management, shipment of study materials, travel arrangements, and meeting organization.
• Facilitate project-related administrative and financial processes in accordance with AHRI procedures.
• Provide coordination and administrative support to researchers, postgraduate students, and collaborators involved in the project.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the principal investigator

Communication and Reporting

• Maintain regular communication with project team members and collaborating institutions.
• Prepare meeting minutes, activity summaries, and routine project reports.
• Contribute to project documentation, monitoring, and reporting as requested by the Principal Investigator.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BSc) in Medical Laboratory Science, Nursing, Public Health, or another relevant health science discipline.
• Minimum CGPA of 3.00 for male and 2.75 for female applicants
• Zero Year Experience

Desired Qualifications and Competencies

• Previous exposure to clinical, biomedical, or public health research through internships, practical attachments, research projects, or employment is an advantage.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
• High level of professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to work independently with appropriate supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to study sites outside Addis to support project activities.

Recent graduates with strong academic performance, relevant practical training, and a demonstrated interest in research are encouraged to apply.

Reporting Line

• The Junior Research Coordinator will report directly to the Principal Investigator and work closely with postgraduate students, project investigators, clinicians, laboratory personnel and collaborating institutions.

Duty Station: Addis Ababa, AHRI