Armauer Hansen Vacancy Fresh Graduates

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 reorganized by the decree of the Council of Minister’s Regulation No. 376/2016 as biomedical research, clinical trial and research capacity building under the Federal Ministry of Health. AHRI, over its 50 years in service, is well known for its hub function for skill and technology transfer and partnership embracing research agendas with direct impact in the development and transformation of population in Ethiopia and beyond.

Position 1: Junior Researcher

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BSc) in Medical Laboratory Science, Nursing, Public Health, or another relevant health science discipline.
• Minimum CGPA of 3.00 for male and 2.75 for female applicants
• Zero Year Experience

Desired Qualifications and Competencies

• Previous exposure to clinical, biomedical, or public health research through internships, practical attachments, research projects, or employment is an advantage.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
• High level of professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to work independently with appropriate supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to study sites outside Addis to support project activities.

Recent graduates with strong academic performance, relevant practical training, and a demonstrated interest in research are encouraged to apply.

Salary: As per AHRI’s contract employ salary scale

Duty Station: Addis Ababa, AHRI

Position 2: Research Admin Assistant Officer I

Qualifications:

• BA degree in Secretarial and Office Administration, Secretarial Science and Office Management, Administrative Service Management, Administration and Information System.
• Two years related work experience.
• Minimum CGPA of 3.00 for male and 2.75 for female applicants.
• Female applicants are strongly encouraged

Skills and Competences

• Highly organized, able to handle multiple tasks
• Strong time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Fluent in English, both verbal and written
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with others/teamwork

Terms of employment: one-year contract period with full-time employment basis, with possibility of extension based on performance and budget availability

Salary: As per the scale of the institution

Duty station: Addis Ababa

Deadline: July 24, 2026

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