Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)
The Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) is a Ugandan not-for-profit organization whose mission is to strengthen health systems in Africa, with strong emphasis on infectious diseases, through research and capacity development. IDI has six operational areas through which it works to achieve its mission: Prevention, Care and Treatment; Training, Research, Laboratory services (including the CAP-certified IDI Core Lab & Translational Lab), Global Health Security and Health System Strengthening.
Students intending to pursue their internships with IDI and volunteers should submit their applications through this HR online application Portal.
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Available Job Opportunities
About Stop TB Partnership/UNOPS PULMq-TB Project
The Ministry of Health (MoH)-National TB/Leprosy Division (NTLD) adopted digital X-ray and CAD as a strategy to increase TB case detection and thus facilitate the finding of the missing TB cases that are not usually reached by the health infrastructure in place due to systemic or patient-level factors. IDI received a grant from the Stop TB Partnership/UNOPS introducing new tool project (iNTP), to implement the Ultra-Portable MinXray Impact System with Qure.ai qXR Software for Community TB Screening in Uganda (PULMq- TB Project). PULMq-TB project will conduct community TB screening among the high-risk populations in the urban and peri-urban settings of Kampala metropolitan and other selected districts of Uganda, inclusive of those in the Karamoja region. The project will also integrate supplementary feeding care aimed at preventing TB infection progression to disease in household contacts of diagnosed bacteriologically confirmed pulmonary TB patients and those households with children diagnosed with TB in three districts of the Karamoja sub-region.
In order to successfully implement the activities for this project, IDI is looking for competent and experienced individuals to fill the positions below.
Purpose: The Nutritionist will provide technical guidance in the implementation of the nutrition supplementation component of the project in line with the current Ministry of Health nutrition guidelines and supervise the Nutrition Assistants. S/he will provide technical guidance on food values and advise patients and the community on nutrition. S/he will ensure that the Project Coordinator is up-to-date with the implementation progress.
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Abim,Nabilatuk,Nakapiripirit
Full-time
3 Months
Specified position reporting
2025-09-08 09:29:05.000
About Stop TB Partnership/UNOPS PULMq-TB Project
The Ministry of Health (MoH)-National TB/Leprosy Division (NTLD) adopted digital X-ray and CAD as a strategy to increase TB case detection and thus facilitate the finding of the missing TB cases that are not usually reached by the health infrastructure in place due to systemic or patient-level factors. IDI received a grant from the Stop TB Partnership/UNOPS introducing new tool project (iNTP), to implement the Ultra-Portable MinXray Impact System with Qure.ai qXR Software for Community TB Screening in Uganda (PULMq- TB Project). PULMq-TB project will conduct community TB screening among the high-risk populations in the urban and peri-urban settings of Kampala metropolitan and other selected districts of Uganda, inclusive of those in the Karamoja region. The project will also integrate supplementary feeding care aimed at preventing TB infection progression to disease in household contacts of diagnosed bacteriologically confirmed pulmonary TB patients and those households with children diagnosed with TB in three districts of the Karamoja sub-region.
In order to successfully implement the activities for this project, IDI is looking for competent and experienced individuals to fill the positions below.
Purpose: The Nutritionist will provide technical guidance in the implementation of the nutrition supplementation component of the project in line with the current Ministry of Health nutrition guidelines and supervise the Nutrition Assistants. S/he will provide technical guidance on food values and advise patients and the community on nutrition. S/he will ensure that the Project Coordinator is up-to-date with the implementation progress.
1
Moroto
Full-time
3 Months
Specified position reporting
2025-09-08 09:27:47.000
The African Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics and Data-Intensive Sciences (ACE) Uganda is offering two (2) internship opportunities supported by the SHEDS project in partnership with the Institute for Global Health Sciences (IGHS), University of California San Francisco (UCSF). Interns will participate in real-world, data-driven health research projects while building practical skills.
Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Biomedical Laboratory Technology, Biotechnology or a related field
Desirable Skills and Attributes:
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Demonstrated interest in the application of health data science or bioinformatics or structural biology in human genomics.
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Willingness to learn and contribute in a multidisciplinary environment.
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Plans to pursue a career in health data science or a related field.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Eligibility:
- Recent graduates or final year students awaiting graduation with a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Biomedical Laboratory Technology, Biotechnology or a related field
How to Apply:
Submit a single PDF document including:
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Certified academic transcripts or a stamped testimonial if pending graduation.
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Copy of UACE results.
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Two reference letters on institutional letterhead from academic referees.
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Cover page (max 1500 words) outlining:
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A general introduction about yourself e.g. student, recent graduate and field of study.
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The area you are applying for (human genomics).
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Any relevant experience in the area of human genomics.
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A one-page research idea aligned with the application of health data science or bioinformatics or structural biology in human genomics.
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Updated CV (maximum 3 pages)
Note:
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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We will only accept one application per individual.
Application deadline is 19th September 2025
2
Kampala
Volunteer
4 Months
BIOINFORMATICS SCIENTIST
2025-09-05 12:11:17.000
The African Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics and Data-Intensive Sciences (ACE) Uganda is offering one (1) internship opportunity supported by the SHEDS project in partnership with the Institute for Global Health Sciences (IGHS), University of California San Francisco (UCSF). The intern will participate in real-world, data-driven health research projects while building practical skills.
How to Apply:
Submit a single PDF document including:
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Certified academic transcripts or a stamped testimonial if pending graduation.
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Copy of UACE results.
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Two reference letters on institutional letterhead from academic referees.
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Statement of motivation (max 1500 words).
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Updated CV (maximum 3 pages).
Note:
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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We will only accept one application per individual.
Application deadline is 19th September 2025
1
Kampala
Volunteer
4 Months
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
2025-09-05 12:10:24.000
The African Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics and Data-Intensive Sciences (ACE) Uganda is offering three (3) internship opportunities supported by the SHEDS project in partnership with the Institute for Global Health Sciences (IGHS), University of California San Francisco (UCSF). Interns will participate in real-world, data-driven health research projects while building practical skills.
Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Statistics or a related field.
Desirable Skills:
- Practical experience in building and validating models, such as predictive models, optimization models, or simulation models.
- The ability to clean, process, and analyze complex datasets. Experience with databases and data visualization tools is a plus.
- A strong foundation in mathematics and statistics, with experience in areas like calculus, linear algebra, probability, and differential equations.
- Proficiency in a programming language like R and Python.
Desirable Attributes:
- Demonstrated interest in health data science, mathematical modelling or bioinformatics.
- Willingness to learn and contribute in a multidisciplinary environment.
- Plans to pursue a career in health data science or a related field.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Eligibility:
- Recent graduates or final year students awaiting graduation with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Statistics or a related field.
How to Apply:
Submit a single PDF document including:
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Certified academic transcripts or a stamped testimonial if pending graduation.
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Copy of UACE results.
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Two reference letters on institutional letterhead from academic referees.
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Statement of motivation (max 1500 words) outlining:
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A general introduction about yourself e.g. student, recent graduate and field of study.
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The area you are applying for (mathematical modelling).
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Demonstrated interest in the area of mathematical modelling.
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Any relevant experience in the area of mathematical modelling.
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A one-page research idea aligned with the application of mathematical modelling, statistical analysis, and computational methods to predict and understand real-world phenomena, such as infectious disease dynamics, health data science or bioinformatics.
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A one-page research idea aligned within the application of mathematical modelling.
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Updated CV (maximum 3 pages)
Note:
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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We will only accept one application per individual.
Application deadline is 15th September 2025
3
Kampala
Volunteer
4 Months
BIOINFORMATICS SCIENTIST
2025-09-05 12:08:17.000
The African Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics and Data Intesive Sciences Uganda (ACE-Uganda) is seeking a Part-Time Bioinformatics Research Officer to support capacity building, research, and technical integration. The role involves mentoring interns, contributing to grant writing, leading working groups, and collaborating with the HPC team to ensure a bioinformatics-ready environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a master’s-trained bioinformatician with programming expertise (Python, R, Bash) and prior mentoring experience to make a direct impact on ACE’s research and training initiatives.
Application deadline: 19th September 2025
Submission
Submit the following documents as a single pdf file to the IDI application portal
- CLEAR copies of certified relevant academic documents.
- Two reference letters from academic referees
- Cover letter (max 1000 words)
- An updated CV (max 3 pages)
1
Kampala
Part-time
3 Months
BIOINFORMATICS SCIENTIST
2025-09-05 12:06:28.000
The African Centre of Excellence in Bioinformatics and Data-Intensive Sciences (ACE-Uganda) is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Bioinformatics/Data Science for a 3-month appointment, renewable based on performance. This position is ideal for a highly motivated early-career researcher with strong skills in bioinformatics, grant writing, and scientific leadership. The researcher will contribute to ACE’s mission in research, training, and strategic partnerships by leading grant development, mentoring young scientists, and representing ACE at key scientific and institutional events.
Submission
Submit the following documents as a single pdf file to the IDI application portal
- CLEAR copies of certified relevant academic documents.
- Two reference letters from academic referees
- Statement of motivation (max 1000 words)
- An updated CV (max 4 pages)
Application Deadline 19th September 2025
1
IDI MKC
Full-time
3 Months
BIOINFORMATICS SCIENTIST
2025-09-05 12:04:50.000
The EXPrESSIVE-10 trial is a phase 3 clinical study assessing the safety and efficacy of MK-8527, an investigational once-monthly oral PrEP medication for adolescent girls and young women at five sites in Uganda: Entebbe, Kalangala, Kampala, Masaka, and Mityana.
1
Kalangla
Full-time
2 Months
ADMINISTRATOR
2025-09-02 15:49:42.000