Ifakara Health Institute (IHI) is looking for highly motivated and skilled graduates to join our team as Research Officer-Intern and train in genomics and transgenesis. 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 programme at IHI working to develop innovative genetic tools to stop transmission of malaria in Africa
Responsibility:
Responsibilities
Apply statistical and econometric methods to analyze data on malaria transmission, intervention impacts, and community-level economic implications
Assist in synthesizing scientific literature on malaria elimination strategies, particularly gene-drive and vector control interventions, to inform program activities
Prepare summary reports, graphs, and dashboards that translate complex data into clear insights for researchers, policymakers, and community stakeholders
Contribute to field activities by supporting surveys, monitoring socio-economic indicators, and engaging with communities to capture contextual data relevant to malaria control
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
Ability to work as part of the team and independently
Well understanding of molecular biology and parasitology techniques is an added advantage
Practical skills in different molecular biology and parasitology techniques
Qualification Required:
Essential Qualification
Applicants must hold a degree preferably in Statistics or Economics or Statistics and Economics
Preferred Language Skill :
Prefered Language
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Job Opening date :10-Sep-2025
Tanzania job vacancies
Job closing date :23-Sep-2025
How to Apply:
Job type Full-time Job, To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.
