Expert Virologist (خبير علم الفيروسات)
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About the Role
Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority seeks an Expert Virologist to lead virology research and laboratory operations, focusing on zoonotic and emerging viral diseases, particularly camel health.
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Responsibilities
- Lead and implement strategic virology research programs targeting camel and emerging viral diseases (e.g., MERS CoV)
- Oversee laboratory operations, workflows, SOPs, biosafety, and quality management systems
- Drive vaccine and biologics development, including research, evaluation, and translational applications
- Establish and manage monoclonal antibody development programs
- Develop and maintain camel cell culture systems and repositories
- Build partnerships, secure research funding, and disseminate scientific outputs
- Lead capacity building programs and support laboratory accreditation
Requirements
- PhD in Virology, Veterinary Virology, or related field
- Minimum 10 years of experience in virology research, vaccine or biologics development
- At least 5 years in a scientific leadership or laboratory management role
- Proven track record of publications, funding, and project leadership
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About the Role
- Seeking a highly accomplished Expert Virologist to provide scientific, technical, and strategic leadership for a virology laboratory within a leading reference center.
- Drive advanced research in zoonotic and emerging viral diseases, particularly in camel health.
- Establish the organization as a regional and international hub for virology excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and implement strategic virology research programs targeting camel and emerging viral diseases (e.g., MERS CoV).
- Oversee laboratory operations, workflows, SOPs, biosafety, and quality management systems.
- Drive vaccine and biologics development, including research, evaluation, and translational applications.
- Establish and manage monoclonal antibody development programs.
- Develop and maintain camel cell culture systems and repositories.
- Build partnerships, secure research funding, and disseminate scientific outputs.
- Lead capacity building programs and support laboratory accreditation.
Qualifications & Experience
- PhD in Virology, Veterinary Virology, or related field.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in virology research, vaccine or biologics development.
- At least 5 years in a scientific leadership or laboratory management role.
- Proven track record of publications, funding, and project leadership.
- Preferred: Experience with zoonotic diseases and camel health.
- Preferred: Experience collaborating with international research organizations.
Skills & Competencies
- Leadership & Strategy: Strategic planning and program development, team leadership and talent development.
- Technical Expertise: Advanced virology, immunology, and biologics, laboratory management and research innovation.
- Collaboration & Communication: Stakeholder engagement and partnership development, scientific communication and publication.
Why Join Us
- Lead cutting edge research in emerging infectious diseases.
- Shape a regional center of excellence in virology.
- Work within a high impact, mission driven scientific environment.
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