CAREC Vacancies

MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGIST

(This post is of limited duration and a contract will be issued for a maximum period of six (6) months)

The incumbent will provide expert technical guidance for the efficient management of the microbiology laboratory with emphasis on bacteriology and parasitology. He/she will also be responsible for the development and implementation of a strategic plan for the CAREC microbiology department in alignment with the Centre’s priorities.

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • A Master’s degree from a recognized university in a laboratory-based health science and specialized training in microbiology including molecular methods.  A Master’s degree in Public Health will be an asset.
  • Five years of practical experience at national and international level in activities related to the laboratory-based evidence surveillance of transmissible diseases caused by infectious agents.  Experience in a microbiology laboratory with focus on bacteriology.

 

Applications or enquiries should be sent no later than June 14th, 2012 to:

The Human Resource Coordinator

Caribbean Epidemiology Centre CAREC)
P.O. Box 164
PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD
FAX : (868) 622-2792;
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