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Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC)

Nonprofit Organization
Kampala, Uganda

​The Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC) is a non-profit research organization based in Uganda, dedicated to conducting high-quality research on infectious diseases such as malaria, HIV, and tuberculosis, aiming to improve public health outcomes through collaboration and partnerships. Established in 2007, IDRC has earned recognition for its significant contributions to infectious disease research, leading to over 300 publications that have influenced disease management practices in Uganda.

The organization fosters a work culture anchored in its I-TRAIN core values—Integrity, Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, and Innovation—promoting a supportive environment that emphasizes professional growth and excellence. IDRC offers diverse job opportunities across research, administration, and field operations, with work arrangements designed to accommodate both field-based and office-based roles. Since its inception, IDRC has expanded its reach across Uganda, collaborating with various national and international partners to enhance research capacity and public health interventions.

Its innovative business model integrates research with practical health solutions, ensuring that findings translate into tangible health improvements. Guided by core values such as integrity, excellence, and accountability, IDRC also engages in corporate social responsibility initiatives focused on community health education and sustainable development. For more information, visit their website at www.idrc-uganda.org.​

Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC) Jobs

Capture all interview data in electronic data capture systems and ensure the timely upload of data.

Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC)

Capture all interview data in electronic data capture systems and ensure the timely upload of data.

Category:

Medical jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Uganda

Closing:

Thursday, 20 November 2025

Views:

240

The Research Assistant will support the health economics component of the IPTsc trial among school-aged children in Uganda. Under the supervision of the Health Economist, the Costing Research Assistant will be responsible for on-the-ground collection, cleaning, and synthesis of cost data, working closely with Study Coordinators, Data Managers, and community staff.

Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC)

The Research Assistant will support the health economics component of the IPTsc trial among school-aged children in Uganda. Under the supervision of the Health Economist, the Costing Research Assistant will be responsible for on-the-ground collection, cleaning, and synthesis of cost data, working closely with Study Coordinators, Data Managers, and community staff.

Category:

Public Health Jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Kampala, Uganda

Closing:

Tuesday, 30 September 2025

Views:

130

Provide technical support to school staff in regard to malaria surveillance and school attendance in schools

Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC)

Provide technical support to school staff in regard to malaria surveillance and school attendance in schools

Category:

Healthcare Jobs

Vacancies:

12

Location:

Closing:

Tuesday, 30 September 2025

Views:

527

The Project Coordinator will play a key role in the CRITICal project, leading comprehensive Project activities

Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC)

The Project Coordinator will play a key role in the CRITICal project, leading comprehensive Project activities

Category:

Medical jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Kampala, Uganda

Closing:

Tuesday, 30 September 2025

Views:

183

Responsible for identifying and engaging study participants, conducting informed consent processes, and carrying out in-depth interviews with caregivers.

Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC)

Responsible for identifying and engaging study participants, conducting informed consent processes, and carrying out in-depth interviews with caregivers.

Category:

Monitoring and Evaluation jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Kampala, Uganda

Closing:

Friday, 16 May 2025

Views:

522

You will Participate in screening of study participants and obtain informed consent from parents/guardians.

Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC)

You will Participate in screening of study participants and obtain informed consent from parents/guardians.

Category:

Medical jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Tororo, Uganda

Closing:

Thursday, 20 March 2025

Views:

104

You will Participate in the recruitment phase of the study by ensuring enrolled participants are given transport refund.

Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC)

You will Participate in the recruitment phase of the study by ensuring enrolled participants are given transport refund.

Category:

Medical jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Tororo, Uganda

Closing:

Thursday, 20 March 2025

Views:

190

The Study Nurse is Responsible for the Identification and picking treatment kits after randomization

Expired!

Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC)

The Study Nurse is Responsible for the Identification and picking treatment kits after randomization

Category:

Nursing jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Tororo, Uganda

Closing:

Thursday, 13 February 2025

Views:

32

The successful candidate will be responsible for performing molecular and malaria parasite culturing, as well as various laboratory experiments.

Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC)

The successful candidate will be responsible for performing molecular and malaria parasite culturing, as well as various laboratory experiments.

Category:

Medical jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Kampala, Uganda

Closing:

Monday, 16 December 2024

Views:

23

Develop and implement P&C policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations and promote a positive work environment.

Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC)

Develop and implement P&C policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations and promote a positive work environment.

Category:

Human Resource Jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Kampala, Uganda

Closing:

Friday, 10 May 2024

Views:

31

Liaise with the health facility in charge and study technical team leads to ensure the safety of study teams while in the field

Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC)

Liaise with the health facility in charge and study technical team leads to ensure the safety of study teams while in the field

Category:

Nursing jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Kampala, Uganda

Closing:

Saturday, 25 May 2024

Views:

36

Perform Malaria microscopy and record results according to the standard Laboratory techniques as laid down by the W.H.O guidelines.

Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration ( IDRC )

Perform Malaria microscopy and record results according to the standard Laboratory techniques as laid down by the W.H.O guidelines.

Category:

Medical jobs

Vacancies:

1

Location:

Kampala, Uganda

Closing:

Friday, 24 May 2024

Views:

24

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