Senior Research Assistant (JDHCM-0325-002)

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

In collaboration with the University of Oxford, MORU, Menzies, WEHI, and the National Malaria Control Programs (NMCPs) in Vietnam, Laos PDR, and Cambodia, OUCRU is conducting several regional projects focused on the genetic epidemiology of drug-resistant malaria parasites, asymptomatic malaria monitoring, and sero-surveillance to support local and regional malaria control and elimination efforts. The next phase of these projects will focus on capacity building—supporting NMCPs in malaria molecular testing and data analysis to advance national malaria elimination goals and ensure long-term sustainability.

We are seeking a Senior Research Assistant to provide technical and data analysis training to NMCPs, ensuring the effective delivery of hands-on laboratory and analytical skills. The role will also involve performing and optimizing molecular and serology laboratory assays, analyzing project data, and contributing to research manuscripts and publications.

This position will require frequent visits to malaria-endemic provinces and partner laboratories to support training. The successful candidate will work across ongoing malaria genetic projects and a pilot malaria serology study.

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KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Understand, comply with and follow research protocols and laboratory procedures

· Providing technical and data analysis training sessions to local site staffs in malaria endemic provinces and international scientific partner staffs

· Conduct and Optimize the new molecular, serology laboratory assays

· Analyze project data and contribute to manuscript writing

· Assist PIs in training junior staffs

· Engage in frequent site visits to support local collaborators and field activities.

· Other support tasks as required

Job Requirement

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

·         MSc or PhD (preferable) in Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Immunology or a related field

·         At least 5 year-experience in NGS sequencing or serological laboratory work (both technical and analysis)

·         Ability to work with clinical samples

·         Strong data analysis skills (experience with R, or bioinformatics software is an advantage)

·         Excellent interpersonal skills, team working ability

·         Strong communication and training skills to engage with NMCP teams.

·         Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently

·         Willingness to travel to malaria-endemic areas for fieldwork and training activities.

·         Proficient English skills (IELTS 7 or equivalent)

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

·         Experience in clinical research, working with multiple partners

·         Vaccination of Hepatitis B

·         Interest in malaria research 

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BENEFITS

·        Contracted salary ranges: : $1,549 - $1,633 gross per month

·        Optional insurance: In-patient and out-patient medical coverage; Personal accident insurance coverage

·        Two months salary for annual bonus and clothes 

·        Annual leave 18 days/year for the first year, a maximum of 30 days

·        Other responsibilities and benefits are based on Viet Nam Labor Law.

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HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are invited to send curriculum vitae, application and copies of relevant certificates, either by email or by post to

Oxford University Clinical Research Unit

Laboratory of Clinical Science

Hospital for Tropical Diseases

764 Vo Van Kiet, Ward 1, District 5, HCMC

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DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION

26 March 2025

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We thank all applicants for their interest but only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.