The Leprosy Mission Nepal (TLMN)

NGO / INGO / Development Projects

Research Technical Officer

Views: 51|Published on: Apr 09, 2026|

Research and Development

Mid Level

Full Time

Vacancy: 1

TLMN Research Office - Satdobato|

Experience: More than 2 years|

Not Disclosed

Job Description

Roles and responsibilities of this job

Position Overview: This position will support the implementation of field and laboratory components of the study, in compliance with research protocols, biosafety standards, and ethical guidelines along with stakeholder management and field-level biological sample collection.

Key Task & Responsibilities:

Conduct community-based screening of lymphatic filariasis patients
Collect blood samples from study participants and ensure proper labeling and transport
Coordinate with local stakeholders, health workers, and communities
Process and store biological samples under specified storage conditions
Maintain accurate field records and ensure quality and traceability of samples
Adhere to biosafety and infection prevention procedures
Coordinate with research officer and research team for smoother sample transport and processing
Ensure compliance with ethical guidelines and approved protocols
Maintain confidentiality of participant information and research data
Work closely with the research team and supervisors to report progress and challenges
Prepare documents and support submission of study protocols for ethical approval to the Nepal Health Research Council
Assist other similar types of ongoing research study activities

Any other job as assigned by the Line Manager.

Job Specification

Required qualifications for this job

Required Education Level:Under Graduate (Bachelor)

Required Experience:More than 2 years

Other Specification

Qualification:

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health with a background/training in Medical Laboratory Technology

Experience:

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in:

Field-based research or public health programs
Community screening and patient interaction
Basic laboratory procedures and sample handling

Required Skills & Competencies

Strong understanding of field research or laboratory research
Knowledge of biosafety and sample handling protocols
Familiarity with ethical approval processes and research governance
Good communication and community engagement skills
Ability to work in remote/community settings
Attention to detail and data accuracy
Teamwork and problem-solving skills

Additional Requirements

Willingness to travel frequently to field sites
Ability to work in diverse and resource-limited settings
Ability to use data collection software like KOBO and REDCap.

Preferred

Experience in Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) programs
Familiarity with lymphatic filariasis or similar infectious diseases

Skills Required

Required skills for this job

Team Management

Research

Project Planning

Facilitation

Laboratory

Salary

Offered financial and non-financial compensation for this job

Offered Salary:Not Disclosed

Applying Procedure

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Apply Before: Apr 23, 2026

About the organization

The Leprosy Mission Nepal (TLMN)

NGO / INGO / Development Projects

M866+RV8, Hight Marg, Lalitpur 44700

The Leprosy Mission (TLM) is a UK based international non-government organization active in 34 countries; started its work in Nepal from 1957 with establishment of Anandaban Hospital in Lele, the sourthern part of Lalitpur. However, from 2005 TLM Nepal has been working as independent NGO in partnership with TLM international and the Government of Nepal to provide specialist tertiary care and technical support for leprosy control programs. It also undertakes internationally recognized research into leprosy and implements disability inclusive community development programs through its own activities and strategic partnership.

Being one of the largest NGOs in the country working in the field of leprosy, TLM Nepal mainly focuses in working with and for people affected by leprosy. Its development interventions focuses in the areas of health, capacity building, education, sustainable livelihoods, community development, advocacy and research working towards equity and inclusion of people affected by leprosy and disability in the development process.

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