Overview:
The work under this contract will be performed at the U.S. Naval Medical Research Unit EURAFCENT offices in Cairo, Egypt, or at other designated locations in special circumstances.
Responsibilities:
Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.
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Summary:
The U.S. Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) EURAFCENT is seeking a highly skilled HAI and AMR Surveillance Coordinator to support Bio-Surveillance Activities for Viral and Zoonotic Disease Research and Infection Control Programs. The Coordinator will provide scientific, technical, and logistical support for surveillance initiatives across Egypt, Eastern Mediterranean, and West African countries.
The work under this contract will be performed at the U.S. Naval Medical Research Unit EURAFCENT offices in Cairo, Egypt, or at other designated locations in special circumstances.
Essential Job Functions:
- Lead the implementation and coordination of HAI and AMR surveillance activities across collaborating sites.
- Conduct follow-up site visits within and outside Egypt to evaluate performance of laboratories collecting and testing surveillance samples.
- Develop and monitor execution of surveillance protocols and study designs.
- Provide day-to-day scientific direction to ongoing surveillance projects.
- Develop and conduct a variety of laboratory tests including molecular, serological, and virus isolation techniques.
- Ensure adherence to laboratory safety and biosafety procedures.
- Support molecular epidemiology research and perform genetic/antigenic characterization of infectious agent isolates using molecular techniques (e.g., real-time PCR, sequencing, phylogenetic analysis).
Necessary Skills and Knowledge:
- Ability to monitor the surveillance progress and design studies.
- Proficiency in word-processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation.
- Proficiency in data analysis using statistical packages.
- Ability to prepare and write regular reports.
- Experience in developing training curricula in surveillance of HAIs.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with colleagues at different levels of the organization.
Minimum Qualifications:
- M.D. or MSc. degree in Medicine, pharmacy or related medical field or master’s degree in epidemiology.
- At least seven years’ experience in setting up surveillance systems in developing countries of the EM region.
- Fluency in English and Arabic is required.
- Travel Requirements: Travel may include Djibouti, Jordan, Nigeria, and other countries in Africa and the Middle East, depending on research requirements.
- Must be a US citizen.
Pay and Benefits
At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
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