Public Health Specialist (Advanced Molecular Detection)

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Announcement Number: HANOI-2022-16

Hiring Agency: Embassy Hanoi

Position Title: Public Health Specialist (Advanced Molecular Detection)

Open Period: 04/14/2022 - 04/28/2022 Format MM/DD/YYYY

Vacancy Time Zone: GMT+7

Series/Grade: LE - 0550 10

Salary: USD $24,500

Work Schedule: Full-time - Definite subject to successful completion of probationary period (two-year fixed-term).

Promotion Potential: LE-10

Duty Location(s): 1 in Hanoi, VM

Telework Eligible: No

For More Info: HR Section

84-24-38505000 Ext:5127

HanoiHR@state.gov

Duties

Incumbent of this position will work under the supervision of the Division of Global Health Protection Laboratory System Strengthening Team Lead to provide technical assistance and oversight for all CDC funded programs that support Advanced Molecular Detection (AMD) system strengthening in Vietnam. S/he will perform these functions in coordination with: 1) Vietnam’s national and sub-national governments, and; 2) national and international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and implementing partners supporting Global Health Security (GHS) activities. The incumbent will serve as the primary CDC contact for issues related to CDC-supported AMD activities. S/he will serve as the primary contributor to the planning, development, review, and monitoring and evaluation of AMD activities. S/he will evaluate the progress of projects, identify technical, personnel, logistical, and financial challenges and make or recommend revisions as necessary to overcome obstacles and constraints to progress.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE:

At least three (3) years working in laboratory setting, either preventive or clinical system or research-oriented facility is required, to include:
Experience in implementing or providing oversight for AMD, and laboratory activities
Experience in laboratory quality management system
Experience in an international or national or provincial setting laboratory

JOB KNOWLEDGE: Must have:

Knowledge in laboratory sciences theory and technology with an in-depth knowledge of AMD, laboratory quality management, regulations and standards that impact laboratory practice, and other fields for which the contractor has consultative responsibilities.
Knowledge and expertise in laboratory mentoring.
Knowledge of steps in establishing quality assurance in a laboratory.
Knowledge of the Vietnam Ministry of Health and health laboratory services.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s level degree in Applied Biology, Molecular Biology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Biology, microbiology, or chemistry or a Medical doctor degree is required.

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE:

Fluent in Speaking/Reading/Writing English is required. (This will be tested.)
Fluent in Speaking/Reading/Writing Vietnamese is required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must have:

Skills necessary to write clear, concise documents, reports, technical papers, and contracts, as well as instructional materials.
Skills in applied and theoretical training and adult education methodologies.
Effective written and oral communication and teaching skills.
Proven experience in editing and developing scientific articles.
Ability to analyze and evaluate a variety of data and train others in data description and analysis.
Computer proficiency (MS WORD, Excel, and Internet).
Ability to organize and present data in written and oral form.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively as a team member in an established culturally diverse environment.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with governmental officials.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Qualifications:

All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

Benefits and Other Info

Benefits:

Agency Benefits:

Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Vietnam may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.

For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources (HR) Office.

The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

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