Technical Officer (Laboratory)
Quick answer
The Technical Officer (Laboratory) position at EM/HPD Health Promotion, Disease Prevention & Control in Cairo, Egypt, requires a Master's degree and at least 7 years of experience in laboratory services and diagnostics, with a focus on quality management and biosafety. The role is full-time and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
- Role
- Technical Officer (Laboratory)
- Organization
- EM/HPD Health Promotion, Disease Prevention & Control
- Location
- Egypt-Cairo
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- USD 86,027 (annual base salary) + variable post adjustment
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
The Technical Officer (Laboratory) position involves providing strategic guidance and technical support to Member States on strengthening national public health laboratory systems, with a focus on implementing sustainable quality management systems aligned with international standards.
What you'll do
- Provide strategic guidance and technical support to Member States on strengthening national public health laboratory systems.
- Guide regional initiatives on laboratory biosafety and biosecurity.
- Support the integration of laboratory services into disease surveillance systems.
- Coordinate and implement regional capacity-building programs.
- Contribute to public health emergency preparedness and response efforts.
What it takes
- Master's degree in life sciences or medicine.
- At least 7 years of practical and operational experience with international exposure in application and management of laboratory services.
- Experience in supporting outbreak response and/or health emergencies of international concern.
- Experience in strengthening laboratory systems and policies to enhance the detection and response to communicable diseases.
- Experience in planning and implementing laboratory trainings at national and regional levels.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Cairo, Egypt.
What is the compensation package?
The compensation package includes an annual base salary of USD 86,027, plus a variable post adjustment, 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Master's degree in life sciences or medicine, at least 7 years of practical and operational experience, and experience in supporting outbreak response and strengthening laboratory systems.
How do I apply?
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online through Stellis. Ensure your profile is properly completed and all required details are provided under relevant sections.
How to apply
Apply directly on EM/HPD Health Promotion, Disease Prevention & Control's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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