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 value-based organization encourages women and people with disabilities.
This project aims to collect vaginal self-swab samples from adolescent girls in Khulna to better understand the relationship between menstrual hygiene practices and reproductive health infections. The findings will help to improve diagnosis, treatment, and overall menstrual and reproductive health services in the community.
Objective:
This Research Fellowship will provide an opportunity for aspiring researcher to work with eminent public health researchers and receive hands-on training, exposure, and experience in a research-based environment like icddr,b. The Fellowship programme is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and performance of the individuals who want to become an independent researcher at icddr,b.
The Fellowship is aimed at young, bright and capable individuals who have recently completed their Masters or primary professional education, are in the career formative stage (within 3 years of receiving their last degree), and are interested in making a career in research.
Key Responsibilities:
The Research Fellow will report to the Project Coordinator and will be responsible for preparing research concepts and protocols; planning, organizing, and directing for implementation of research activities; and writing manuscripts with the objective of self-development and providing relevant research to icddr,b under the guidance and supervision of the supervisor and organizational values and guidelines:
Required qualifications and experience:
Bachelor's degree in Microbiology/Biotechnology with MPH; Outstanding academic results (at least 3.5 out of 4 scales both in Bachelor and Masters) from reputed universities enlisted by the University Grant Commission of Bangladesh (UGC); Strong interpersonal and excellent communication and writing skills in English; Candidates who demonstrate exceptional research skills will be given priority; Must be willing to travel extensively and work to different communities in the study areas (within and outside of Dhaka).Location: Dhaka
Number of Positions: 01
Contract Type and Duration:
Stipend & Benefits:
56,320/-per month (consolidated) inclusive of house rent and conveyance allowances. The progress of the Research Fellows will be monitored and evaluated. On successful completion of training and final evaluation, the Fellow will be awarded certificate; Income tax paid by icddr,b, and subsidized canteenProspects:
After completion of at least 1 (one) year Fellowship, Fellows will be eligible to apply for any other suitable posts against icddr,b vacancy announcements. However, such posts are not guaranteed.
The selected fellows will not be eligible for any other Fellowship programme at icddr,b during the fellowship training.
Notes of attention:
Interested candidates who fulfill the requirements should submit online applications using icddr,b website: career.icddrb.org by 31 December, 2025.