CAREC Vacancies

VIROLOGIST

(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 virology laboratory in support of the Centre’s surveillance programme.  He/she will also be responsible for the development and implementation of a strategic plan for the CAREC virology department in alignment with the Centre’s priorities

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • An MD, PhD or Master’s degree from a recognized university in a laboratory-based health science and specialized training in virology.  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 Virological agents. Experience in a microbiology laboratory with focus on Virology.

 

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;
    Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

    JOB DESCRIPTION:

    Virologist

    CLOSING DATE:  JUNE 14, 2012