Laboratory And Diagnostics Support Officer

FHI 360

Base: php 720,000 - 840,000 annually; bonus/equity...
Not specified (potentially hybrid based on nature of fieldwork and office requirements)
Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field
Valid professional license such as registered medical technologist
At least 3 years experience in clinical or diagnostic laboratory settings
FHI 360 is seeking a Laboratory and Diagnostics Support Officer to support its EpiC project's Global Health Security workplan in the Philippines. The role involves providing technical and operational assistance for genomic surveillance and emergency response activities related to public health threats

Job Summary

  • The role supports the Meeting Targets and Maintaining Epidemic Control project's Global Health Security workplan to strengthen national capacities for pandemic preparedness.
  • Key responsibilities include providing technical assistance for HPAI genomic surveillance pilot implementation and developing a One Health Molecular Laboratory Surveillance Framework.
  • The position requires collaboration with government stakeholders and participation in field-based outbreak investigations, simulation exercises, and capacity-building activities.

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FHI 360 is seeking a Laboratory and Diagnostics Support Officer to support its EpiC project's Global Health Security workplan in the Philippines. The role involves providing technical and operational assistance for genomic surveillance and emergency response activities related to public health threats.

Salary

Base: PHP 720,000 - 840,000 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive benefits package including professional development and work/life balance policies

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field
  • Valid professional license such as Registered Medical Technologist
  • At least 3 years experience in clinical or diagnostic laboratory settings
  • Experience supporting outbreak response or emergency deployments
  • Ability to travel domestically at least 25% of the time

Nice-to-have

  • 6 months experience in molecular diagnostic genomic sequencing
  • Proven experience working with Department of Health officials
  • Demonstrated creative problem-solving and leadership skills
  • Experience leading training and mentoring staff
  • Skills in intersectoral data-sharing strategies

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Laboratory Science, or Public Health
  • Valid professional license (e.g., Registered Medical Technologist)
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in clinical or public health laboratories
  • Minimum 6 months experience in molecular diagnostic genomic sequencing (advantage)
  • Work authorization not specified in posting

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