Disease VectorsInsect Pest ControlExtensive experience on mass-rearing techniques of Human Disease Vectors with focus in Aedes and Anopheles mosquitoes, including quality control management. Experience in mosquito radiation protocols and radiation dosimetry for insect irradiation. Working knowledge in the field application of the sterile insect technique for mosquito management, including handling, release, trapping and monitoring of sterile male mosquitoes.
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
1. Bachelor's Degree - University degree in medical entomology, or related biological sciences.
2. Advanced university degree is an asset.
3. At least 5 years of working experience with R&D related to the SIT for HDVs (and/or other related pests). Working experience in an international setting would be a strong asset, such as practical field experience in transferring technologies related to the SIT for human disease vector in developing countries.
4. Thorough technical knowledge of the biology of HDVs including mass-rearing techniques, insect quality control management, radiation protocols, handling, release methods, insect behavioural studies, trapping and monitoring and the validation of genetic sexing strains.
5. In-depth knowledge of SIT principles and practice supplemented by an awareness of the fundamental role of area-wide integrated approaches to controlling HDVs. Awareness of relevant FAO and IAEA mechanisms and procedures, including the implementation of CRPs and TC projects an asset.
6. Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.
Remuneration
The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $71335 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 38664*, dependency benefits, rental subsidy, education grant, relocation and repatriation expenses; Other benefits include 6 weeks' annual leave, home leave travel, pension plan and health insurance. More information on the conditions of employment can be found at: https://www.iaea.org/about/employment/professional-staff/conditions
General Information
7. The IAEA's paramount consideration in the recruitment of staff member is to secure employees of the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.
8. Staff Members shall be selected without any unfair treatment or arbitrary distinction based on a person's race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, age, language, social origin or other similar shared characteristic or trait.
9. The IAEA is committed to gender equality and to promoting a diverse workforce.