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Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)

Education Institution
Makerere University, University Road, Kampala, Uganda

The Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) is a leading center of excellence in infectious disease research, prevention, and treatment, dedicated to strengthening healthcare systems and improving lives in Uganda and beyond. Renowned for its impactful work in HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria, and emerging infections, IDI has earned global recognition for its cutting-edge research, clinical care, and capacity-building initiatives.

The institute fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, attracting top talent in healthcare, research, and administration while offering professional development opportunities, competitive benefits, and flexible work arrangements. Established in 2002 as part of Makerere University, IDI has evolved into an independent organization at the forefront of medical innovation, leveraging technology and data-driven solutions to enhance disease surveillance and response.

With operations spanning Uganda and regional collaborations across Africa, IDI serves millions through its extensive network of clinics, training programs, and public health interventions. Guided by values of integrity, excellence, innovation, and service, the institute remains committed to addressing pressing health challenges while driving sustainable community impact.

Its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts focus on strengthening local healthcare infrastructure, promoting public health education, and supporting vulnerable populations. For more information, visit www.idi-makerere.com.

Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) jobs

Support diagnostic and monitoring activities in line with the National Health Laboratory Strategic plan/policy, Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GLCP), and international accreditation standards.

Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)

Support diagnostic and monitoring activities in line with the National Health Laboratory Strategic plan/policy, Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GLCP), and international accreditation standards.

Category:

Medical jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Kampala, Uganda

Closing:

Monday, 1 December 2025

Views:

105

Uses a variety of cleaning agents and chemicals. Mixes water and detergents or acids in container to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.

Infectious Diseases Institute

Uses a variety of cleaning agents and chemicals. Mixes water and detergents or acids in container to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.

Category:

Administrative jobs

Vacancies:

2

Location:

Sembabule, Uganda

Closing:

Monday, 24 November 2025

Views:

545

Responsible for sample transportation from lower health facilities to respective hubs, post office and deliver results in a timely manner ensuring high level of biosafety and bio security.

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Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)

Responsible for sample transportation from lower health facilities to respective hubs, post office and deliver results in a timely manner ensuring high level of biosafety and bio security.

Category:

Driver Jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Sembabule, Uganda

Closing:

Tuesday, 25 November 2025

Views:

153

The primary purpose is to learn the codebase, attend design meetings, write basic code, fix bugs, and assist the Software Developer / Software Development Manager in all design-related tasks.

Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)

The primary purpose is to learn the codebase, attend design meetings, write basic code, fix bugs, and assist the Software Developer / Software Development Manager in all design-related tasks.

Category:

Information Technology Jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Kampala, Uganda

Closing:

Friday, 21 November 2025

Views:

113

The Radiographer will Perform X-ray procedures for the eligible individuals in targeted communities within the Activity geographical coverage areas and hospitals.

Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)

The Radiographer will Perform X-ray procedures for the eligible individuals in targeted communities within the Activity geographical coverage areas and hospitals.

Category:

Medical jobs

Vacancies:

3

Location:

Kampala, Uganda

Closing:

Tuesday, 7 October 2025

Views:

72

The Medical Officer under the USAID LPHS-TB Activity will ensure delivery of quality TB care and treatment services to clients by providing technical and leadership support to health facility teams.

Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)

The Medical Officer under the USAID LPHS-TB Activity will ensure delivery of quality TB care and treatment services to clients by providing technical and leadership support to health facility teams.

Category:

Medical jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Kampala, Uganda

Closing:

Friday, 10 October 2025

Views:

71

This role involves providing high-quality counseling, psychosocial support, and community-based services to ensure continuity of care and improved health outcomes for people living with HIV (PLHIV) and TB patients.

Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)

This role involves providing high-quality counseling, psychosocial support, and community-based services to ensure continuity of care and improved health outcomes for people living with HIV (PLHIV) and TB patients.

Category:

Healthcare Jobs

Vacancies:

3

Location:

Uganda

Closing:

Friday, 12 September 2025

Views:

287

The role will involve hands-on support for interns, technical contributions to grant development, active participation in research working groups, and collaboration with the High-Performance Computing (HPC) team to ensure a functional and bioinformatics-ready computing environment.

Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)

The role will involve hands-on support for interns, technical contributions to grant development, active participation in research working groups, and collaboration with the High-Performance Computing (HPC) team to ensure a functional and bioinformatics-ready computing environment.

Category:

Healthcare Jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Kampala, Uganda

Closing:

Friday, 19 September 2025

Views:

87

The Nutritionist will oversee the planning, implementation, and monitoring of the nutrition supplementation activities in line with Ministry of Health guidelines.

Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)

The Nutritionist will oversee the planning, implementation, and monitoring of the nutrition supplementation activities in line with Ministry of Health guidelines.

Category:

Healthcare Jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Moroto, Uganda

Closing:

Friday, 19 September 2025

Views:

53

The Nutrition Assistants will support the delivery of high-quality, community-based nutrition services to TB-affected households in Abim, Nabilatuk, and Nakapiripirit districts.

Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)

The Nutrition Assistants will support the delivery of high-quality, community-based nutrition services to TB-affected households in Abim, Nabilatuk, and Nakapiripirit districts.

Category:

Healthcare Jobs

Vacancies:

3

Location:

Uganda

Closing:

Friday, 19 September 2025

Views:

126

The selected volunteers will be involved in practical genomic research, including data cleaning, analysis, visualization, and the use of bioinformatics tools in the study of human genomics.

Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)

The selected volunteers will be involved in practical genomic research, including data cleaning, analysis, visualization, and the use of bioinformatics tools in the study of human genomics.

Category:

Graduate Trainee jobs

Vacancies:

2

Location:

Kampala, Uganda

Closing:

Friday, 19 September 2025

Views:

95

Support in managing network servers and technology tools, learning from senior administrators.

Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)

Support in managing network servers and technology tools, learning from senior administrators.

Category:

Information Technology Jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Kampala, Uganda

Closing:

Friday, 19 September 2025

Views:

254

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