PhD student or Post-Doctoral researcher
The Higher Institute for Scientific and Medical Research (ISM) is seeking a PhD student or Post-Doctoral researcher in Health Economics for a 2 to 3-year position. This role is embedded within the EMINENCE project, which focuses on the elimination of onchocerciasis in Cameroon. Working under the supervision of a multidisciplinary team of senior scientists, the successful candidate will conduct rigorous economic evaluations comparing mass drug administration strategies. This position offers a unique opportunity to generate critical evidence that will inform national disease control programmes and international health policy. Interested candidates should submit their full application as a single PDF to stephanie.jouego@ismcm.org by 15 May 2026.
Research Assistant
We are recruiting a full-time Research Assistant to support the implementation of a major Wellcome-funded study on atherosclerosis and stroke in Cameroon. Working within the Higher Institute for Scientific and Medical Research (ISM) under the supervision of Dr Joseph Kamtchum Tatuene, the successful candidate will contribute to clinical assessments, data collection, analyses, and coordination of study activities. This one-year renewable position offers an excellent opportunity to develop strong research skills within a multidisciplinary team dedicated to advancing neuroepidemiology and stroke medicine.
Laboratory Scientist
We are seeking a Laboratory Scientist to lead the collection, processing, and secure storage of biospecimens for a major Wellcome-funded study on atherosclerosis and stroke in Cameroon. Working within the Higher Institute for Scientific and Medical Research (ISM), the successful candidate will support the establishment of a functional biobank and contribute to data analysis, protocol development, and research outputs. This full-time, renewable one-year position offers an excellent opportunity to advance laboratory and translational research skills within a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment.
