TB Diagnostic Consultant

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About the Organization

FIND accelerates equitable access to reliable diagnosis around the world. We are working to close critical testing gaps that leave people at risk from preventable and treatable illnesses, enable effective disease surveillance, and build sustainable, resilient health systems. In partnership with countries, WHO and other global health agencies, we are driving progress towards global health security and universal health coverage. We are a WHO Collaborating Centre for Laboratory Strengthening and Diagnostic Technology Evaluation.

Job Description

The TB Diagnostic Consultant will work under the supervision of the Project Director. He or She will be responsible for coordination, collating knowledge and evidence, and stakeholder engagement for expediting adoption of newer diagnostic technologies under NTEP. The main responsibilities are below:

• Support coordination and collaboration between CTD, ICMR, key national TB institutes and other stakeholders for validation and adoption of newer TB technologies under the program.
• Collate information from scientific papers and relevant sources, to prepare evidence for newer TB diagnostics and alternate samples.
• Coordinate meeting for collaborations with various stakeholders and prepare relevant documentation for the same. This includes minutes, reports and other relevant documents.
• Supporting the CTD and State TB Cells in implementation of all laboratories technical assistance activities.
• Support and develop project related publications and scientific papers.
• Support compilation and analysis of data related to various project activities on TB diagnostics.
• Identify gaps or challenges in technical functioning or operation of the lab activities and to liaison with concern lab/ sites staff on resolving.
• Support reporting of indicators as per the M&E framework of the project.
• Any other responsibilities as identified from time to time.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

Experience and qualifications:

• PhD (Microbiology) with 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in Tuberculosis.
  OR
• MSc (Microbiology) with 8 years of relevant work experience, preferably in Tuberculosis.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate between multiple sites and ensure state adherence to project targets and mandates.
• Should have good communications skills and be proficient in basic computer applications like Word, Excel, and Power
• Point. Have sound knowledge of data analysis, analytical software, and ability to make meaningful interpretation for
  effective supervision.
• Willingness to travel if required at short notice.
• Experience of working with a National TB Elimination Program.
• Understanding of the TB diagnostic landscape in India.

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