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.

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The communications assistant will be responsible for translating complex scientific research into accessible, engaging content that showcases the innovative work of the African Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics and Data Intensive Sciences Uganda(ACE-Uganda). This position addresses a critical need to effectively communicate our research findings, methodologies, and impact to diverse audiences including funders, policymakers, the scientific community, and the general public. The successful candidate will be a skilled writer and designer with natural curiosity about scientific research, capable of transforming technical content into compelling narratives through reports, newsletters, press releases, posters, and visual materials. This role requires someone who can ask the right questions to understand complex research, identify newsworthy developments, and create professional communications materials that enhance the project's visibility and impact. The ideal candidate combines strong writing and design abilities.

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CAP001
1
Kampala
Full-time
1 Years
BIOINFORMATICS SCIENTIST
2026-02-12 10:42:55.000

Project Background:

The meningitis research Group aims to improve the diagnosis and treatment of various forms of meningitis in adults. Currently, 4 studies are running in Kampala and Mbarara:

  1. COAST – an observational cohort study investigating etiologies and outcomes amongst adults presenting with meningitis.
  2. HARVEST 2.0 - A Phase 2 Novel Antimicrobial Combination Therapy to Treat Tuberculous Meningitis
  3. PLATFORM-CM - open-label randomized trial with single or potentially multiple interventional arms to compare the efficacy and safety of novel antifungal or adjunctive therapies to standard of care (SOC) controls of WHO first-line therapy.
  4. ACACIA-

In order to strengthen support to these core areas of operation, the IDI-Meningitis research group seeks to recruit a Regulatory and Compliance Assistant who will provide support for regulatory, compliance, and quality management activities for clinical trials and observational studies within the Meningitis Research Group. The role ensures studies are conducted in accordance with national and international regulations, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and institutional quality standards. The position reports to the Clinical Trial Manager/Trial Coordinator and works closely with study teams, monitors, and regulatory authorities.

Job Title: Regulatory affairs and Compliance Assistant

Projects: Meningitis Research Group
Classification: Full Time
Reporting To: Study Coordinator/Trial Manager
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

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RAA001
1
Mulago
Full-time
10 Months
STUDY COORDINATOR
2026-02-12 10:09:26.000