Consultant - Zoonotic Diseases Integrated Action (Zodiac)

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The Department of Nuclear Sciences and Applications implements the IAEA's Major Programme 2, "Nuclear Techniques for Development and Environmental Protection". This Major Programme comprises individual programmes on food and agriculture, human health, water resources, environment and radiation technologies. These programmes are supported by laboratories in Seibersdorf, Monaco and Vienna. The Major Programme's objective is to enhance the capacity of Member States to meet basic human needs and to assess and manage the marine and terrestrial environments through the use of nuclear and isotopic techniques in sustainable development programmes.

The Joint FAO/IAEA Centre of Nuclear Techniques in Food and Agriculture assists Member States of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the IAEA in using nuclear techniques and related technologies to improve food security, alleviate poverty and promote sustainable agriculture. The Joint Centre consists of five Sections, each with an associated laboratory (located in Seibersdorf, 45 km south-east of Vienna), in the areas of: animal production and health; plant breeding and genetics; insect pest control; soil and water management and crop nutrition; and food and environmental protection.

The Animal Production and Health Section and Laboratory assist Member States in improving livestock productivity through the efficient use of locally available feed resources, reproduction and breeding practices, and disease diagnostic tools and control measures.

Main Purpose

The consultancy is in the framework of the research and development activities related to the implementation of the ZODIAC (Zoonotic Diseases Integrated Action) Project, specifically the research activities on the development of tools for mining, surveillance and tracing of zoonotic disease pathogens. The consultant will also contribute to the development and validation of diagnostic assays for transboundary animal diseases, capacity building and technology transfer to Member States veterinary laboratories to support disease control programs in the framework of the VETLAB Network.

Functions / Key Results Expected

  • Deliver research results from the development and validation of technologies and procedures for the early detection and surveillance of transboundary animal and zoonotic diseases and transfer these tools to VETLAB and ZODIAC counterparts' laboratories in Member States.
  • Organize, implement and evaluate ring trials for transboundary animal and zoonotic diseases.
  • Conduct research in the Coordinated Research (CRP) and Peaceful Uses Initiative (PUI) projects, international trainings and workshops.
  • Compile and present results for scientific publications and for communication to non-specialised audience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Animal Diseases
  • Production of Reference Materials
  • Quality Management
  • Proficiency Test Organisation an asset
  • Analytical Techniques an asset
  • Molecular Biology and Immunodiagnostics an asset

Qualifications and Experience

  • Advanced university degree in biological, veterinary or animal sciences. PhD related to development, validation, verification and routine use of diagnostic tools for detection and characterization of infectious pathogens an asset.
  • Minimum four years of relevant work experience in medical or veterinary and research diagnostic laboratories dealing with infectious diseases.
  • Comprehensive and proven knowledge of basic serological and molecular diagnostic and research techniques such as ELISA, PCR and real-time PCR, western blot, nucleic acids isolation and purification.
  • Good knowledge of gene sequencing procedures and trouble shooting. Knowledge in managing and processing advanced molecular technologies, such as next generation sequencing and metagenomic data would be an asset.
  • Good background in computer applications for word processing, data management & analysis, graphical presentation. Knowledge in the use of software platforms for genome data analysis and statistics would be an asset.
  • Ability and enthusiasm for working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Fluency in both written and spoken English is essential. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (i.e. Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) an advantage.

Remuneration

The remuneration for this consultancy is a daily fee of up to a maximum of € 239, based on qualifications and experience. In case duty travel is required within the assignment, a daily subsistence allowance (DSA) and travel costs are provided. Health coverage and pension fund are the responsibility of the incumbent.

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