International Atomic Energy Agency, Internship - Diagnostics Development

• Provide assistance in the design, development and validation of diagnostic assays and surveillance tools for animal and zoonotic pathogens.

• Assist in performing next generation sequencing (NGS) of animal and zoonotic pathogens including full workflows.

• Contribute to the preparation of scientific publications, technical reports, and other materials for communicating project results.

Qualifications and Experience

• University Degree in biological engineering or related field.

• Hands-on laboratory experience in the development, optimization, and validation of diagnostic assays for the detection of pathogens.

• Knowledge of NGStechnologies and workflows, including sample preparation, library construction, sequencing, and downstream data analysis.

• Ability to contribute to scientific writing, including the preparation of manuscripts, technical reports, and publications for submission to peer-reviewed journals.

Applicant Eligibility

• Candidates must be a minimum of 20 years of age and have completed at least three years of full-time studies at a university or equivalent institution towards the completion of a first degree.

• Candidates may apply up to one year after the completion of a bachelor's, master's or doctorate degree.

• Candidates must not have previously participated in the IAEA's internship programme.

• Good written and spoken English essential; fluency in any other IAEA official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Spanish or Russian) an asset.

• Candidates must attach two signed letters of recommendation to their application.