icddr,b is a Bangladesh-based international health research institute that strives to solve key public health problems through high-quality scientific research and innovation. icddr,b as a values-based organization encourages women and people with disabilities.
Environmental enteric dysfunction (EED) is a major reason for malnourishment, poor neurological development, stunting, oral vaccine failure, and infection. It is believed that EED is responsible for 40% of all childhood stunting which often begins in utero. The studies under the Experimental Medicine Platform will test several probiotics and microbiota-directed products to ameliorate EED and improve maternal gut health, fetal growth, and the overall health of the offspring.
Position Description:
The Project Research Physician reporting to the principal investigator will be involved in –
Identification and screening of eligible pregnant women for inclusion in the study through physical and clinical examination; The project research physician should perform routine physical and clinical examinations and should timely refer complicated cases to an appropriate center; Follow-up as per predefined protocol to review response to intervention Serious Adverse Event reporting; Supervise, guide and provide feedback on overall field activities and how his/her subordinates are taking physical measurements; Report and resolve any queries and escalate appropriate issues; Prepare reports and share findings with the supervisor in order to execute activities in accordance with the research protocol; Update supervisor on any modifiable events of included participants and other field activities; Maintain professional relationships and develop a good rapport with the Donor and other stakeholders; Support colleagues to build team spirit and improve the working environment Other duties as assigned by the supervisor to ensure quality implementation and contribution to the project and organization.Required qualifications and experience:
MBBS degree from a reputed Medical College, recognized by the Bangladesh Medical and Dental Council, with one year of completed internship training with a valid BMDC registration. 1 year of relevant experience Post-graduate training in ultrasound will be an added advantageDuty Station: Matlab, Chandpur District
Number of Positions: 03
Contract Type and Duration:
Short-Term Contractual Service Agreementbasis; the duration will be 6 months with a possibility of extension subject to the availability of funds and performance.Salary & benefits:
63,230/-(consolidated) per month, inclusive of house rent and conveyance allowances. Festival bonus, income tax paid by icddr,b and subsidized canteen. Transport and Daycare facilities are subject to space availability.Notes of attention:
Only short-listed candidates shall be invited for a written test /interview. icddr,b does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.Interested candidates who fulfill the requirements should submit online applications using icddr,b website: career.icddrb.org by March 31, 2025.