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Laboratory and Diagnostics Advisor – Support TB Control Efforts

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Kyiv, Ukraine
Full-time

FHI 360 is seeking candidates for the position of Laboratory and Diagnostics Advisor for the anticipated USAID-funded “Support TB Control Efforts in Ukraine Activity”. The overall goal of the five-year activity (“the Activity”) is to reduce the TB epidemic in Ukraine through early detection, appropriate care, and prevention for people living with TB, drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB), and TB/HIV.

The Laboratory and Diagnostics Advisor will provide relevant technical guidance and oversight for all activities related to the TB diagnostic network and laboratory services. S/he will ensure that activities are technically sound and adhere to internationally endorsed or recognized guidance or have demonstrated proof of concept when supporting new interventions. S/he will advise the relevant government programs and laboratories on best practices and provide capacity building support as needed.

Educational Background: 
A PhD or Master’s degree in laboratory science, infectious diseases, or public health
Skills/Experience: 
  • Up to eight (8) years of experience working on projects related to strengthening diagnostic network/laboratory services, with at least four (4) of these years working on TB diagnostic network/laboratory services
  • Demonstrated capacity to function as a technical expert for new technologies within the TB diagnostic network/laboratory community
  • Demonstrated ability to work with multiple partners on collaborative projects
  • Ability to communicate effectively in Ukrainian and/or Russian, both verbally and in writing

Desired qualifications:

  • Experience working in more than one country
  • Experience working in similar country contexts
  • Strong organizational and management skills
  • Professional English written and oral communication skills
Compensation/Benefits: 

FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself.

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Organization Info

Fhi 360

Overview
Headquarters: 
Washington, DC, United States
Annual Budget : 
More than $500M
Founded: 
1974
About Us
Mission: 

To improve lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions for human development.

Why Work For Us?: 

We Believe…

…the key to improving the lives of the world's most vulnerable people lies in generating, sharing, and applying knowledge.

…sustainability comes from improving the capacity of individuals and countries to address their needs.

…in partnerships with governments, civil society organizations, the private sector, and communities.

…in approaches that address human needs as a whole

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Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Apr 18 2019
Active Until: 
May 18 2019
Hiring Organization: 
Fhi 360
industry: 
Nonprofit