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Job Summary

Job Title:
Medical Officer
Employer:
Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC)
Location:
Busia
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full-time
Job Category:
Medical jobs
Number of Positions:
Deadline:
Friday, 24 April 2026

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The Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC) is a non-profit research organization. IDRC conducts research in infectious diseases including Malaria, HIV and Tuberculosis. Our studies have led to over 300 publications and have impacted on the management of infectious diseases in Uganda. IDRC currently manages over 41 Grants with an annual budget of $11 million. IDRC was established in May 2008 by Ugandan health scientists from Makerere University College of Health Sciences, University of California, San Francisco and the Uganda Ministry of Health.

Full-time

Deadline: 

24 Apr 2026

Medical Officer Job at Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC)

Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC)

Job Description

Responsible for all clinical aspects of the OPTIMAH Study clinical assessments, management of illnesses (including malaria and HIV-related conditions), and ensuring participant safety throughout the study period

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for all clinical aspects of the OPTIMAH Study clinical assessments, management of illnesses (including malaria and HIV-related conditions), and ensuring participant safety throughout the study period
  • Participate in patient pharmacokinetic (PK) evaluations
  • Ensure coverage and assist in daily operations in the clinic during working hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
  • Participate in regular team meetings, and training sessions.
  • Support participant retention strategies through community engagement activities
  • Document deviations, adverse events, and corrective actions

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.

All suitably qualified and interested candidates should apply online at the link below. 

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Deadline: 24th April 2026

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