NParks
Veterinary
Scientist/SeniorScientistVeterinaryBacteriology(Contract)
“Scientist / Senior Scientist - Veterinary Bacteriology (Contract) at NParks. Skills: Molecular pathogen characterisation, Antimicrobial resistance detection, Next-Generation Sequencing, Genomic analysis. Lead projects involving molecular pathogen characterisation. Lead projects involving antimicrobial resistance detection”
What You'll Achieve.
Safeguards the health and welfare of animals; Strengthens capacities and enhances competencies in animal health and welfare; Contributes to NParks' mission of creating the best living environment
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving skills
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
At least two years of hands-on experience in a relevant veterinary, medical or research laboratory, Proficient in IT skills e. g. Microsoft Office, Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, Possess initiative, leadership, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Nice to Have
Postgraduate qualifications in Microbiology, Life Sciences, or related science discipline, Knowledge of workplace safety and quality assurance systems, preferably ISO/IEC 17025: 2017
What You'll Do.
Lead projects involving molecular pathogen characterisation
Lead projects involving antimicrobial resistance detection
Lead projects involving monitoring and data analysis
Lead projects involving method establishment
Lead projects involving method validation
Develop test protocols for Next-Generation Sequencing
Establish test protocols for Next-Generation Sequencing
Validate test protocols for Next-Generation Sequencing
Support laboratory diagnostics for disease outbreak investigations
Support laboratory diagnostics for biosurveillance programmes
Contribute to quality assurance system maintenance
Contribute to quality assurance system improvement
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate on research projects with national and international partners; Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Communication Scope
Communication skills
Process & Methodology
Lead projects
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