Job Summary:
The Animal Laboratory and Diagnostic OfficerIIwill support the day-to-day implementation of veterinary and animal health laboratory activities under the STRIDES Jordan Activity. Working under the supervision of the Laboratory and Diagnostic Advisor, theAnimal Laboratory and Diagnostic Officerwill provide technical and operational support across animal laboratory anddiagnosticsworkstreams,assistin the development of laboratory tools and materials, and coordinate with veterinary laboratory staff, government counterparts, and implementing partners as directed. The position contributes to strengthening animal health diagnostic systems, quality management, capacity building for veterinary laboratory staff, donor reporting, and workplan tracking, in alignment with Jordan’s national veterinary laboratory standards.
Accountabilities:
Supports day-to-day implementation of animal health laboratory activitiesthrough technical supportofactivities such asspecimen collection, testing, quality control, and results reporting at the facility and national levels.
Assistsin the development and dissemination of veterinary laboratory protocols, standard operating procedures, training materials, and technical guidance for animal health diagnostic services.
Monitors andmaintainsanimal laboratory protocols, instruments, data sets, manuals, and training materials.
Supports engagement with the Ministry of Agriculture, veterinary services, and relevant national counterparts on animal laboratory systems and standards, as directed by the Laboratory and Diagnostic Advisor.
Applied Knowledge & Skills:
Working knowledge of animal health laboratory systems, veterinary diagnostic methods, and quality frameworks, including familiarity with OIE/WOAH standards and FAO guidelines on veterinary laboratories.
Supervision Given/Received:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree orits internationalequivalent in Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Laboratory Sciences, Animal Science,Microbiology,ora relatedfield.Advanced degree preferred.
Experience:
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