Assistant Scientist/Postdoctoral Fellow (Wet Lab) (Fixed-Term)

Job Description

Apply by 28 November 2026

About CHRF

Child Health Research Foundation (CHRF) is a nonprofit research organization in Bangladesh working to prevent infections, save lives, and build the next generation of scientists. Our multidisciplinary teams combine population research, hospital and community surveillance, diagnostics, pathogen genomics, and implementation science to generate evidence that informs clinical practice and public health policy. We work with national and international partners and are committed to science led from Bangladesh. 

The opportunity 

We are seeking a motivated and passionate Assistant Scientist/Postdoctoral Fellow (Wet Lab) to contribute to CHRF’s growing portfolio of laboratory-based research. This role is ideal for an enthusiastic researcher who is eager to address important scientific questions through hands-on laboratory research, develop and apply innovative techniques. Assistant Scientist/Postdoctoral Fellow (Wet Lab) will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. 
 
What You’ll Gain at CHRF 

At CHRF, we don’t just do research, we build ecosystems for science in low-resource settings. As an Assistant Scientist/Postdoctoral Fellow (Wet Lab), you will: 

1. Work closely with internationally trained scientists and public health experts
2. Contribute directly to research that addresses urgent health issues in Bangladesh
3. Help build research infrastructure and capacity in a rapidly growing organization
4. Be part of a mission-driven community focused on preventing infections and saving lives
5. Receive mentorship on grant writing, project development, and leadership
6. Get opportunities to train in and adopt new laboratory techniques
7. Access external mentors through CHRF’s vast international network
8. Take an active role in inspiring and training early career scientists 

Why join CHRF? 

Work on research questions with direct relevance to child health in Bangladesh; collaborate across epidemiology, clinical science, laboratory research, and genomics; help build a strong research team; and contribute to evidence that can shape policy and practice. 

Location:  Dhaka, Bangladesh

How to apply 

Email your CV (maximum 2 pages) and cover letter (maximum 1 page) to hr@chrfbd.org by 28th November, 2026. In the cover letter, explain (1) why you would like to join CHRF and (2) the strengths and experience you would bring to this position. Please use “Assistant Scientist/Postdoctoral Fellow (Wet Lab)” in the email subject line. 
 
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

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.