Senior Laboratory, Diagnostics Consultant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Deliver technical guidance for Global Health Security projects in Sierra Leone

• Enhance detection capabilities and laboratory infrastructures

• Create and improve sustainable surveillance systems

• Improve data collection, analysis, interoperability, and reporting processes

• Offer focused outbreak detection and response assistance

• Contribute to initiatives aimed at strengthening laboratory systems

⛳️ Requirements

• Master’s Degree or an equivalent qualification

• A decade of professional experience in microbiology, clinical diagnostics, genomics, or a related area

• In-depth understanding of infectious disease diagnostics

• Previous experience in implementing laboratory quality management systems

• Knowledge of international biosafety regulations

• Proven expertise in molecular and genomic diagnostic techniques

• Established experience in conducting antimicrobial surveillance

• Proven track record in enhancing laboratory/diagnostic capabilities during outbreaks of infectious diseases

🏝️ Benefits

• Commitment to equal opportunity employment in accordance with race, gender, and disability legislation

• Opportunities for professional development