Laboratory Specialists

Laboratory Specialists support existing government health structures or work within MSF health centers, managing laboratory and staff, implementing training programs, and collecting data.

Requirements

• Commitment to work for a minimum of 9 to 12 month international assignments
• Degree or diploma in laboratory technology or microbiology with applied medical parasitology, bacteriology, and immunology
• Previous experience in a low resource setting (priority given to those with experience working in a humanitarian context)
• Professional experience supervising, managing, or training staff
• Minimum of two years professional relevant experience
• Experience with sample-taking (blood, stool, sputum)
• Knowledge of laboratory testing quality-control methods
• Ability to work within a diverse team

Benefits

• Experience working in a dynamic and humanitarian context
• Opportunities for professional advancement
• Chance to make a meaningful impact on people's lives