Médecins Sans Frontières UK (MSF) – Research Intern Opportunity

Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) UK is offering a 12-month Research Internship at its London office. This role provides practical experience in operational research, project management, and global health, supporting MSF’s mission to improve medical humanitarian practice worldwide.

About MSF UK
MSF is an independent humanitarian organisation delivering emergency and long-term healthcare to people affected by crises. Operating solely based on need, MSF provides care without discrimination by ethnicity, gender, religion, or political affiliation. Independent funding from private donors allows rapid response and ensures freedom from political influence.

With approximately 63,000 staff across 70+ countries, MSF runs medical projects in some of the world’s most challenging environments. MSF UK and MSF Ireland support international operations through recruitment, fundraising, advocacy, and medical expertise.

Role Overview
The Research Intern will join the Research and Innovation team, supporting research projects such as MSF’s Scientific Days and activities of the Manson Unit. The position offers exposure to research design, knowledge sharing, and innovation in humanitarian contexts. Interns are encouraged to contribute creative ideas to strengthen the organisation’s research impact.

Key Details

• Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday
• Contract: 12-month fixed-term
• Location: London, hybrid (80% office attendance)
• Salary: £27,007.50 per annum (London Living Wage)

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating and streamlining MSF’s research processes
• Support research outputs, data management, and event coordination
• Contribute to projects aimed at improving operational practices and knowledge dissemination

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

Academic & Research Foundations:

• Degree in a scientific or related field
• Familiarity with research processes and global health issues
• Interest in humanitarian work

Communication & Organisational Skills:

• Strong written communication and attention to detail
• Ability to interpret briefs and work independently or collaboratively

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Yammer)
• Knowledge of research study lifecycle and ethical requirements is an advantage

Application Process
Candidates should submit a CV and motivation letter as a single document via the MSF careers portal. HERE