Ifakara Health Institute is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Officer (Medical Doctor) to work under the CDCI unit. The Medical Doctor is expected to play vital role in evaluate, diagnose, treat and manage patients with HIV and or Tuberculosis in the in- and outpatient facilities of SFRH
Responsibility:
Responsibilities
Treat PLHIV and/or Tuberculosis according to National Guidelines for Clinical Management of HIV/AIDS and TB, Standard Treatment Guidelines, and Local guidelines
Diagnose and treat opportunistic infections (OI) and/or referral to appropriate departments
Maintain proper patient documentation, filling of case report forms (CRF) including CTC ½
Consultation and ward rounds to PLHIV admitted to different departments at SFDRH
Working in full agreement with the job descriptions; CDCI, Hospital, and government (MOHSW) regulations
Provide health education and adherence counseling to PLHIV and clients attending CDCI
Attend all compulsory meetings such as every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 7.45/8.00-9.00 at CDCI and Friday 07.45-9.00 at SFDRH clinical hall. Attend scientific meetings at Ifakara Health Institute (IHI)
Contribution in planning, coordination, and performance of research activities/studies organized by IHI and other partners Any additional task by the PL and/or site director of IHI and/or director of SFDRH when necessary
Skill :
Desired Skills
Interest in TB/HIV
High motivation for research activities
Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style
Capable of building and sustaining relationships with senior professionals
Planning and organizing
Professional attitude to work and clear work ethics
Result orientated
Qualification Required:
Essential Qualification
Degree of Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Certificate of Internship
MCT Registration and Retention
At least 1 year of experience in similar role
Preferred Language Skill :
Prefered Language
Fluent in both Swahili and English
Job Opening date :10-Sep-2025
Job closing date :23-Sep-2025
How to Apply:
Job type Full-time Job, To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.
