Senior Scientist for the Virology Unit: The Institut Pasteur du Cambodge (IPC), a leading non-profit research institution in Cambodia with over 70 years of history, is inviting applications for a Senior Scientist for its Virology Unit. This unit is an internationally recognized center focused on endemic, emerging, and zoonotic viruses, with a specific emphasis on One Health surveillance, novel therapeutics, and public health interventions. The successful candidate will lead pioneering research efforts and contribute significantly to the global fight against viral diseases.
Designation:
Senior Scientist
Key Details of the Position
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Phnom Penh, Cambodia |
| Contract Type | Full-time |
| Funding Guarantee | 2 years of guaranteed internal funding with opportunities for external grant funding. |
| Start Date | As soon as possible |
| Remote Work | Possible, subject to approval |
| Benefits | Private health insurance (family included), life insurance, Khmer New Year & Pchum Ben Bonuses |
| Additional Perks | Multinational environment with 22 nationalities; professional growth opportunities |
Research Areas:
- Arboviruses: Dengue, Zika, Chikungunya, Japanese Encephalitis
- Respiratory Viruses: Influenza, COVID-19, avian influenza, and others
- Zoonotic & Emerging Pathogens: Coronaviruses, Nipah virus, hantavirus, and similar viral pathogens
- Rabies & Other Viral Pathogens: Rabies, hepatitis, enteroviruses, etc.
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Education: Doctoral degree in Virology, Microbiology, or Infectious Diseases (candidates with a pharmacy, medical, or veterinary degree are highly desirable).
- Experience: Minimum 5+ years of postdoctoral research experience with significant expertise in virology.
- Skills and Expertise:
- Advanced laboratory techniques in molecular biology, tissue culture, serology, and sequencing (BSL3 experience preferred).
- Leadership in research and proven ability to secure grants and manage funding.
- Fieldwork experience in challenging environments.
- Outstanding English communication skills (French knowledge is a plus).
- Preferred: Experience in resource-limited settings, mentoring students/postdocs, and collaborative/team-based science.
Job Description:
As a Senior Scientist in the Virology Unit at IPC, your main responsibilities will include:
- Scientific Leadership: Lead innovative research on endemic, zoonotic, and emerging viruses in line with the unit’s vision to enhance global health.
- Research Development: Design advanced methodologies for impactful findings relevant to One Health interventions.
- Laboratory Expertise: Conduct and improve practices in molecular biology, serology, tissue culture, and sequencing in a high-standard laboratory environment.
- Data Management: Analyze extensive datasets using cutting-edge computational tools to deliver actionable insights.
- Collaboration & Networking: Build strong national and global partnerships across scientific and public health sectors.
- Mentorship: Train and guide junior scientists, students, and field researchers.
- Field Coordination: Oversee research activities and missions in remote areas while adhering to ethical practices.
- Funding Management: Proactively seek funding opportunities and manage research budgets effectively.
- Dissemination: Publish high-quality research in peer-reviewed journals, contributing to global scientific communities.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates must submit the following documents to the Human Resources Department at Institut Pasteur du Cambodge:
- Cover letter (include salary expectations).
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) with a recent photo.
- Certified copies of degrees and work certificates.
- Photocopy of a valid Identity Card.
You can submit your application through email at: recrutement@pasteur-kh.org or via post to:
Institut Pasteur du Cambodge
5, Monivong Blvd, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
For any inquiries, please contact: +855 92 777 665.
Last Date to Apply:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the ideal candidate is identified.
Join the Institut Pasteur du Cambodge and contribute to groundbreaking viral research that addresses critical public health challenges in Southeast Asia and beyond!
