The Child Health Research Foundation (CHRF) is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to scientific research, advancing scientific knowledge, and promoting science education among diverse audiences. CHRF is registered under the NGO Affairs Bureau and was founded in 2007 by a multidisciplinary research group, we operate with the core mission to improve child heath by facilitating appropriate policy decisions on the treatment and prevention of infectious diseases, through quality research and advocacy using available resources. We conduct research in four hospitals (Bangladesh Shishu Hospital and Institute, Dr. M R Khan Shishu hospital & Institute of Child Health, Chittagong Ma-O-Shishu Hospital, and Kumudini Women’s Medical College) and five microbiology laboratories around the country. We collaborate with different organizations like World Health Organization, Edinburgh University, Stanford University, Johns Hopkins University, Centre for Disease Control (CDC), Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), etc.
We invite applications for the position “Biochemist” (depending on the qualifications and experience) to join our diagnostic team.
Job location: Mirzapur (Tangail), Bangladesh
If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by emailing your application to hr@chrfbd.org along with your latest CV (max 2 pages) and cover letter (1 page) by 19th July 2023. You must clearly state in the application which position you are applying for. The cover letter should include a section on why you are applying to CHRF and another section on your strengths applicable to this position at CHRF. Applications without cover letters, or cover letters that exceed 1 page or do not include the stated two sections will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.
At CHRF, we believe in an equal opportunity for all. We will consider all qualified applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, or disability status.
At least 2/3-year practical experience in the related field.
Excellent organizational and time management Skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and meet deadlines.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with individuals at all levels.
Ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities.
Good command of writing skills both in Bangla and English.
Starts at BDT 40,000 (negotiable based on the experience and/or qualifications of the candidate) + Contributory provident fund and festival allowance (Eid/Puja/Christmas and Baishakhi)