Summary: Quality Assurance/Quality Control Officer at Henry M. Jackson Foundation Medical Research International (HJFMRI) November 2026

Job Details

  • Deadline: November 22, 2026
  • Location: Kenya

Job Description

Quality Assurance/Quality Control Officer at Henry M. Jackson Foundation Medical Research International (HJFMRI) November 2026

Henry M. Jackson Foundation Medical Research International (HJFMRI)

New

Closes 22 Nov 2026

Location

Tanzania

Category

Administration Jobs

Job type

Full time Jobs

Posted

13 Nov 2026

Deadline

22 Nov 2026

Henry M. Jackson Foundation Medical Research International (HJFMRI) is hiring for the position of

Quality Assurance/Quality Control Officer

in Tanzania, United Republic of. The closing date for applications is

22 November 2026

.

The

will be responsible for scientific quality, integrity, and timely execution of operational, clinical, epidemiological, and laboratory-based research activities of AFRICOS in collaboration the Principal and Clinical Investigators, the AFRICOS Study Coordinator, the Head of the Department of Clinical Research on HIV of the NIMR-Mbeya and with the administration of the different partners at the Mbeya Zonal Referral Hospital (MZRH) and Mbeya Regional Referral Hospital (MRRH).

The incumbent will provide clinical and research support to ensure the successful execution of study activities in accordance with approved protocols, International Council for Harmonization Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP) guidelines, ethical standards, sponsor requirements, and national regulatory requirements. The position requires a highly motivated individual with strong analytical skills, experience in data management and scientific writing, and the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams. The successful candidate will contribute to improving HIV prevention, care, treatment outcomes, and public health knowledge through high-quality clinical research integrated within routine HIV care services.

The Quality Assurance/Quality Control Officer

will be based in

Mbeya

and reports to the

Senior Research and Evaluation Advisor

Responsibilities

Support the Principal Investigator (PI), the Senior Research and Evaluation Advisor, and the AFRICOS team in the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of AFRICOS study activities.

Assists the PI and the Senior Research and Evaluation Advisor in all responsibilities as stipulated by ICH-GCP including development of study document materials and tools necessary to implement and document all phases of the AFRICOS Study, including but not limited to budgets, protocols amendments, training materials, checklists, study logs and IRB submission.

Assist in developing research protocols, study tools, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and study implementation plans.

Ensure research activities comply with approved protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), regulatory requirements, and ethical standards.

Conduct routine quality checks to ensure completeness, accuracy, consistency, and integrity of research data.

Coordinate data abstraction from patient records, laboratory reports, clinical databases, and programmatic information systems.

Resolve data discrepancies and support corrective actions as required.

Ensure secure storage, management, and confidentiality of research data.

Support evaluation of HIV prevention, treatment, retention, viral suppression, tuberculosis, cervical cancer screening, and related interventions.

Other Clinical duties as assigned by the Study P.I. and/or Senior Research and Evaluation Advisor

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Oversee collection, abstraction, entry, validation, and management of data from multiple program and research sources.

Develop and maintain data quality assurance procedures for ongoing studies.

Support laboratory research activities in accordance with established protocols and GLP requirements.

Collaborate with laboratory personnel to ensure quality and accuracy of research assays.

Monitor laboratory documentation, quality control processes, and data reporting procedures.

Support participant retention strategies to minimize loss to follow-up.

Maintain effective communication with participants while ensuring confidentiality and participant rights.

Maintain accurate, complete, and audit-ready participant files and study records.

Participate in data quality reviews and resolution of data queries.

Ensure confidentiality and security of participant information and study records.

Qualifications

A Bachelor of Science Degree in Laboratory or Research Science related field.

Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in clinical research.

In-depth understanding of CTC and clinical research-based principles, dealing with IRB approvals, Protocols review and Codes of Ethics of Clinical Research, including clinical laboratory science, quality management systems and accreditation standards.

Demonstrated experience serving as a Sub-Investigator or equivalent role in clinical research studies.

Experience working with HIV/AIDS clinical programs and research projects.

Experience in participant recruitment, informed consent procedures, and participant follow-up.

Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), and research ethics.

Excellent interpersonal, communication and relationship skills, including flexibility, diplomacy, intercultural communicative competence, and respect for colleagues.

Detail-oriented (attentive to details) and able to perform in a high-pressure environment.

Analytical, problem solving and exceptional organizational skills.

Proficiency in statistical and analytical software.

Demonstrate high integrity and strong values, including confidentiality.

Ability to build and maintain sound relationships with multi-stakeholders; competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels.

Ability to multitask and work under minimum supervision.

Ability to meet and communicate schedules and deadlines.

Demonstrate exceptional professional judgment.

Fluent in English and Kiswahili.

How to Apply

Apply online through the official Henry M. Jackson Foundation Medical Research International (HJFMRI) careers site before

Apply for this job

How to Apply for this Job

Ready to apply? Check the requirements above, then apply on the employer’s official website using the button below. Have your CV and any requested documents ready, follow the employer’s instructions, and submit before the closing date.

Application deadline

November 22, 2026

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

↗

About the company

HJF Medical Research International, Inc. (HJFMRI) Jobs in Tanzania

See all jobs at Henry M. Jackson Foundation Medical Research International (HJFMRI)

→

How to Apply

Application link: Apply for this job