National Lead-Research

Job Description

Title: National Lead-Research

Company Name: The Leprosy Mission International Bangladesh

Vacancy: 1

Age: 35 to 50 years

Job Location: Dhaka, Nilphamari

Salary: Tk. 110825 - 118875 (Monthly)

Experience:

• At least 8 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO, Development Agency, Research Organization

Published: 2026-07-01

Application Deadline: 2026-07-10

Education:

• Master of Science (MSc) in Public Health, Health Sciences, or Social Sciences
• PhD in Public Health, Health Sciences, or Social Sciences

• Professional training or qualifications in leprosy, neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), or disability studies will be a strong advantage·     

• Good working knowledge of descriptive, inferential, and advanced statistical methods.

• Proficiency in MS Office applications and familiarity with research software and analytical tools.

• Demonstrated ability to lead the exploration of research funding scope, including developing grant applications and innovative concept development.

• Excellent capacity in writing and supporting the team for manuscript and abstract writing, along with other criteria for journal publication, dissemination, and influence for research result application.

• Excellent understanding of research methodologies, including sampling techniques, data collection methods, and tool development.

• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide high-performing teams to achieve objectives.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English, with the ability to convey complex information to both scientific and non-scientific audiences.

• Strong ability in networking and liaison with diverse actors, advocacy with policy makers to influence research result application.

Requirements:

• At least 8 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO, Development Agency, Research Organization

Skills Required: Administration,Data analysis and presentation,Development Research,Leadership,Scientific Research,Social research,Team management

Additional Requirements:

• Age 35 to 50 years

• Minimum of eight years of progressive experience in research, preferably within a development organization, NGOs, or research-based organizations/institutions. At least five years of experience in a senior management or leadership role.

Responsibilities & Context:

• Promote  an integrated approach to strategic planning, leading in the area of Research and Development work plans in line with The Leprosy Mission’s Country Strategy for Bangladesh

• Develop an effective and supportive working relationship with other TLMI-B National Leads (Healthcare; Inclusive Development; and Advocacy) to ensure cohesive planning, assess programme implications, and enable timely and effective responses.

• Ensure research policies, protocols, practices and project cycle management for all research programmes are developed, maintained, and implemented according to TLM standards.

• Oversee and coordinate all research activities (clinical, operational, and social), including effective execution of the Leprosy Field Research Program (LepFiRe) in Bangladesh.

• Lead the identification, development, implementation, and dissemination of research to inform practice and evidence-based solutions.

• Manage and supervise the research team to ensure strong performance, productivity, and progress monitoring.

• Identify programmatic knowledge gaps, develop research proposals, secure funding, and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.

• Submit high-quality, timely reports to research donors in coordination with accountable persons.

• Lead the knowledge systems and processes to capture, document, and disseminate research learning, while fostering continuous learning and promoting the adoption of innovative practices across programmes.

• Ensure budgetary control related to research through regular supervision.

Job Other Benifits:

• Provident fund,Mobile bill,Weekly 2 holidays,Gratuity
• Festival Bonus: 1

Lunch Facility

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Work Place: Work at office

Company Information:

Gender: Male and Female can apply

Read Before Apply: Please apply only who are fulfilling all the requirements of this job

Category: Research/Consultancy