Researcher I (Pharmaceutics) – Armauer Hansen Research Institute (AHRI) Vacancy Announcement; December 8, 2024
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Organization: Armauer Hansen Research Institute (AHRI)
Position: Researcher I (Pharmaceutics)
Location: Addis Ababa
Employment: Contract
Deadline: December 15th 2024
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Job description
Researcher I (Pharmaceutics)
Category: Pharmaceutical Industry development
Location: Addis Ababa
Career Level: Senior Level (8+ years’ experience)
Employment Type: Contract
Salary: 15,340.00
Housing Allowance: 6,000.00
Mobile & Internate allowance: 1,000.00
Duration: – One-year contract
No of Positions: 1
Job Summary
External Vacancy Announcement
The Armauer Hansen Research Institute (AHRI) was founded in 1970 through the initiative of the Norwegian and Swedish Save the Children organizations seconded by the Ministry of Health of Ethiopia. The Institute got its name from the Norwegian physician, Gerhard Henrik Armauer Hansen, who first described the leprosy bacillus (Mycobacterium leprae). AHRI is a biomedical research institute that works in developing tools for prevention, control and treatment of mycobacterium and other diseases of public healthy importance through applied and basic biomedical research and training.
AHRI would like to hire qualified candidate in the position of Researcher I under Pharmaceutical Industry Development Directorate.
Job Description
The Pharmaceutical (Researcher I) is a professional who works on the research and development of pharmaceutical grade excipients and active pharmaceutical ingredients. This entry-level position is designed for a motivated individual who is passionate about advancing pharmaceutical sciences, with a focus on developing new drugs, formulations, and delivery methods. The role involves conducting laboratory experiments, analyzing results, and assisting in the creation of innovative pharmaceutical products. The pharmaceutical researcher will be part of pharmaceutical industry development directorate and he/she conduct research according to the institute research ethics and standard operating procedures.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plan, execute, and analyze experiments to evaluate the efficacy, safety, and stability of new drug formulations.
- Assist in the development of drug formulations, including solid dosage forms (tablets, capsules), liquids, and biologics.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data using advanced techniques. Document findings in detailed reports and presentations.
- Perform literature searches and reviews to stay updated on the latest scientific advances and identify opportunities for innovation.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including senior researchers, chemists, biologists, and quality assurance personnel, to meet research objectives.
- Ensure all research activities are in compliance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and other relevant regulatory guidelines.
- Prepare chemicals, reagents, and test materials required for laboratory experiments and trials.
- Assist in identifying and resolving issues related to experimental protocols, equipment, and data inconsistencies.
- Maintain accurate and thorough records of experiments, findings, and processes in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
- Perform other related tasks as assigned by supervisors ·
Personal Attributes:
The candidate for the job is expected to have
- Strong understanding of pharmaceutical sciences, including drug formulation and delivery methods.
- Proficient in laboratory techniques, equipment handling, and data analysis.
- Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements such as GLP and GMP.
- Experience with software tools for data analysis (e.g., Microsoft Excel, GraphPad, or other statistical software).
- Good written and verbal communication skills for report writing and team collaboration.
- Attention to detail and ability to conduct experiments with precision and accuracy.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- A passion for scientific research and innovation in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Problem-solving mindset and ability to adapt to evolving research requirements.
- Excellent experience in scientific data analysis, interpretation and presentation
- Proven experience in manual and guideline preparation.
- Good general work habits, capacity building and people skills
- Committed to the values of integrity, accountability, transparency, and scientific rigor
- Practical experience in medical research
- Basic understanding in health research ethics and in national and international laws related to
health research
Well organized; flexible to working off-working hours or weekends as needed
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Job Requirement
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Education, Experience & Publication Point:-
- MSc in Pharmaceutics and 8 years of experience and 7 publication points OR
- PhD in Pharmaceutics and 6 years of experience and 6 publication points
Required Skills
- Research skills
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How to Apply
- Interested applicants who fulfill the above requirements should send the following through ethiojobs.net
- CV/resume (not more than 3 pages)
- A cover letter (not more than one page
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