Research Assistant (Internal#99/2025)

icddr,b

  • Dhaka
  • Tk. 474,530 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
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. icddrb as a value-based organization encourages women and people with disabilities.The Research Assistant will work under the direct supervision of the Scientist to support bioinformatics research activities. This role involves assisting with the processing and analysis of genomic sequence data, maintaining analytical workflows, and contributing to routine research tasks. He/she will help uphold the organization's ethical standards and operational guidelines to ensure the integrity and quality of research outputs.Key responsibilities:The specific areas of responsibilities are detailed below:
  • Assist in bioinformatics analyses, including processing, quality control, and basic interpretation of sequence data (e.g., DNA, RNA);
  • Maintain and execute established bioinformatics pipelines and workflows;
  • Aid in troubleshooting routine technical issues under guidance;
  • Provide research support by managing data, and following defined protocols;
  • Accurately document all procedures, results, and methodologies;
  • Assist in preparing data for reports, presentations, and manuscripts.
Required qualification and experience:
  • BSc in relevant discipline;
  • One year of experience in relevant field.
Location: Mohakhali Campus, Dhaka.Contract Type and duration:
  • Fixed-term basis for one year with a possibility of extension subject to availability of fund and performance.
Salary & benefits:
  • Annual Tk. 474,530/-, inclusive of house rent, conveyance, and other admissible benefits;
  • 14.8% provident fund contribution, income tax paid by icddr,b, children allowance @Tk.1,917/- per child per month, festival bonus, contributory healthcare support including dependent spouse and children, group life insurance, and subsidized canteen. Transport and daycare facilities are subject to space availability.
Notes of attention:
  • Only shortlisted candidates shall be invited for 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:

icddr,b

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