FAQ

Most frequent questions and answers

What is the mission and vision of NIMR?

Nigerian Institute of Medical Research Vision and Mission

What is NIMR’s core mandate?

The Nigerian Institute of Medical Research’s core mandate is to conduct research into diseases of public health importance.

NIMR Headquarters?

The Nigerian Institute of Medical Research is located at 6, Edmund Crescent off Murtala Mohammed way P.M.B. 2013 Yaba,  Lagos Nigeria

Does NIMR have Liaison and Outstation offices in other States?

Yes, NIMR has Liaison offices in Abuja and Outstation offices in Maiduguri, Kainji and Asaba.

When was the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research Established?   

Opening Hours

NIMR is open Monday – Friday: 8 am – 4 pm

NIMR Official Contacts

Telephone: +234 909 213 3886

Email: info@nimr.gov.ng

Meet the Director-General of NIMR

The Director General of NIMR is Prof. Babatunde Lawal Salako

Departmental Contacts

NIMR staff information can be reached on the departments/units page on the website

NIMR Social Media Handles

Twitter: @nimrnigeria

Instagram: @nimrnigeria

Facebook:@NIMRNigeria

LinkedIn: Nigerian Institute of Medical Research

Youtube: Nigerian Institute of Medical Research

NIMR SERVICOM (Service Compact) Unit

To Lodge Complaints about NIMR Services: https://nimr.gov.ng/servicom/

Services available in NIMR

HIV Clinic

TB Clinic

Specialized Clinic Services

Laboratory Services

Digital Services

Library Services

Facilities

Taking a Virtual Tour of NIMR

  • Cost of Laboratory test In NIMR

CHVG (Centre for Human Virology and Genomics)

CDL Handbook

CTBR Handbook

CIDR Handbook

Central Lab Handbook

 

Monday- Friday, 8 am – 4 pm.

  • HIV Testing / Treatment in NIMR
  • Monday- Friday: 8 am – 4 pm
  • CD4 count and viral load test in NIMR

Monday- Friday : 8 am – 4 pm

https://nimr.gov.ng/centre-for-human-virology-genomics/

 

  • NIMR ART Outpatient Clinic
    Nigerian Institute of Medical Research Yaba, Lagos. No 6 Edmund Crescent off Murtala Mohammed Way Yaba, Lagos opposite Presbyterian Church Yaba. Nearest landmark’s Yaba Market Bustop & Olarewaju Estate Yaba.
    Contact Phone No: +234 8033007252 – CHVG
    Email: chvg.micro@nimr.gov
  • Where can I find Grants information?
  • On the NIMR website
  • NIMR Intra-mural Grants
  • NIMR Extra-mural Grants
    • How can I get a job in NIMR?
Through advert placements and on the NIMR Website
    • Are there research collaboration opportunities in NIMR?
Yes, send application to info@nimr.gov.ng
    • How can I apply to undergo Undergraduate IT/ Internship Program (SIWES) Placement in NIMR?
    • Apply directly to the office of the Director-General
    • Are there Post-graduate Internship Placements in NIMR?
Yes, apply directly to the office of the Director-General
    • Are there openings for NYSC in NIMR?
Yes, apply directly to the office of the Director-General
    • Does NIMR offer volunteering opportunities?
Yes, when the need arises.
  • Can I undergo a Ph.D./Post-Ph.D./Research Bench Work in NIMR Research?
–  Yes, apply directly to the office of the Director-General
  •  Does NIMR trainings/ conferences attract CME/CPD credit units?
  • Does NIMR accept International students for internship programs?
– Yes, apply directly to the office of the Director-General
    • Trainings in NIMR
Check our website/ use the search bar on the website.
  • How can I attend NIMR Conferences? (National/International)?
  • Through conference advert available on the website between October & November of every year.
  • How can I get information about training/workshops in NIMR?
  • On NIMR Website and Social Media platforms
  • Who manages the NIMR website?
  • Library & ICT Department: info@nimr.gov.ng
  • Is there a policy involved in using NIMR Logo
  • Yes, apply directly to the office of the Director-General / send email to: info@nimr.gov.ng
  • How can I rent the NIMR auditorium/event halls?
  • Visit: https://nimr.gov.ng/nimr-consult/
  • Does NIMR have a Library? Yes
  • Is it open to non-staff? Yes
  • How do I become a member?
  • By registration
  • Does NIMR accept online payments for its services?
  • Yes, through remittal.