Research Fellow

The Malaria Alert Centre (MAC), a university research center under the Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS), is inviting applications from suitably qualified and enthusiastic individuals to fill the position of Research Fellow operating under the International Centre of Excellence for Malaria Research (ICEMR) project. The project main goal is to measure the long-term effectiveness of the RTS, S/AS01 malaria vaccine on malaria infection, morbidity, transmission, severe illness and deaths.

POSITION SUMMARY

Working closely with the Principal Investigators (PIs), the Research Fellow will oversee study operations, supervise quality assurance processes, and maintain effective engagement with key stakeholders, including health facility staff, community representatives, and regulatory authorities.

TYPE OF CONTRACT AND DURATION:

The Research Fellow appointment is for a period of 12 months on a project running for four years and is renewable subject to performance and availability of NIH funding.

REPORTING LINE:

The Research Fellow will be reporting to the Principal Investigator.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee study implementation and workflow with support from PIs.
• Ensure all study procedures are developed and implemented according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Ensure that quality check and quality control procedures are in place for all aspects of the study.
• Develop and maintain on-going interest and consultation among all stakeholders: district/ health center staff, community leaders and other interested groups.
• Support the PI on the preparation of progress reports for the Scientific Advisory Committee and funder.
• Take leading role for any audit, inspection or progress reports as required by regulatory bodies and funder(s).
• Lead in the analysis and write up of study results.
• Take a lead in developing own career path by developing independent research questions in the context or outside the current study setting.
• Anticipate and troubleshoot problems that arise during the study

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum requirements:

• Must have a Master’s in Public Health (MPH) or related field with emphasis on Epidemiology
• Those with MBBS or a PhD in Epidemiology/ Biostatistics will have an added advantage.
• Must have at least 2 years’ experience in research and have a demonstrable interest in pursuing a career in research.
• Self-starter and a multi-tasker who works with minimal supervision and adheres to agreed timelines.
• Ability to communicate in a diverse and international team.
• Willingness to travel and spend time across six rural districts.

REMUNERATION

Remuneration will be commensurate with experience and qualifications as applicable to staff in the Kamuzu University of Health Sciences. KUHES is an equal opportunity employer.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Suitably qualified candidates should forward their applications by e-mail.  Indicate the position being applied for on the subject line of the email as “ICEMR – Research Fellow application”. Applications should be submitted as a one pdf document in the email and should include a cover letter, a detailed and signed CV, certificates and names of three traceable referees, and should be addressed to:

The Registrar
Kamuzu University of Health Sciences
P/Bag 360
Chichiri
Blantyre 3

Email: recruitment@kuhes.ac.mw  and vacancies@mac.kuhes.ac.mw

Applications should be submitted not later than 12^th November 2025. Only short-listed candidates will be acknowledged.

The successful candidates will be required to undergo a safeguarding check prior to appointment and periodically during employment.