Armauer Hansen Research Institute (AHRI) Job Vacancy 2026

Armauer Hansen Research Institute (AHRI) has announced new employment opportunities for qualified and motivated Ethiopian professionals. AHRI is inviting applications for multiple positions including Junior Researcher, Transport Dispatch Service Head I, Grants Senior Auditor, and Associate Researcher I.

The institute was established in 1970 through the initiative of Norwegian and Swedish Save the Children organizations in collaboration with Ethiopia’s Ministry of Health. Over more than five decades, AHRI has become a center of excellence in biomedical research, clinical trials, laboratory innovation, and research capacity development.

Available Positions

1. Junior Researcher

Required Qualification:

• BSc Degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Technology, or Biomedical Sciences.
• Fresh graduates with zero years of experience are eligible.
• Minimum CGPA:
  • Male applicants: 3.00
  • Female applicants: 2.75

Required Skills:

• Practical knowledge of bacterial culture techniques and microscopy.
• Experience with PCR techniques including conventional PCR, multiplex PCR, and qPCR.
• Basic understanding of Good Clinical Laboratory Practices (GCLP) or ISO laboratory standards.
• Ability to maintain laboratory records and perform equipment quality control.
• Strong organizational skills and teamwork ability.

Duty Station: Addis Ababa
Number of Positions: 2
Salary: ETB 27,464
Employment Type: One-year contract (Full-time, renewable based on performance and budget availability)

2. Transport Dispatch Service Head I

Required Qualification:

• BA Degree in Management, Automotive Technology/Engineering, Supply Management, Economics, or related fields.

Experience Requirement:

• Minimum 6 years of experience in transport dispatch, transportation management, or related transport operations.

3. Grants Senior Auditor

Required Qualification:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Auditing, Finance, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related disciplines is an advantage.

Professional Certifications Preferred:

• CIA (Certified Internal Auditor)
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
• ACCA
• CISA
• CA
• CFE

Experience Requirement:

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in auditing, compliance, financial assurance, or related areas.
• Experience auditing externally funded projects, grants, research institutions, NGOs, universities, or public health organizations.
• Knowledge of risk-based auditing methods and donor compliance requirements.
• Experience with ERP systems, accounting software, and audit analytics tools is preferred.

Duty Station: Addis Ababa
Number Required: 1
Employment Type: One-year contract (Full-time)
Salary: According to AHRI salary scale

4. Associate Researcher I

Required Qualification:

• MSc Degree in Medical Microbiology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Technology, or Biomedical Sciences.
• Two publication points required.

Required Skills:

• Experience in bacterial culture techniques, microscopy, and PCR methods.
• Knowledge of GCLP or ISO laboratory standards.
• Experience maintaining laboratory documentation and quality control records.
• Skills in manuscript preparation and scientific research teamwork.

Duty Station: Addis Ababa
Number Required: 1
Salary: ETB 59,256
Employment Type: One-year contract (Full-time, renewable based on performance and budget availability)

Application Deadline

July 29, 2026