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INTERNAL AUDITOR (Part time)
- Posted : 7/11/2007

Director of Policy Unit - Posted : 8/19/2008

Background

The IVI is establishing a Policy Unit that will conduct and oversee policy-related activities and programs of the IVI. Among the proposed activities to be conducted under the Policy Unit are:

Provide overall leadership and technical guidance to IVI's activities on the Project in the Asia region, including identifying and recruiting Field Managers; leading the country selection process; providing guidance to countries in determining committee membership, establishing protocols and setting their agendas; and guiding the development of tools and training activities;
Develop and test packages of interventions, including vaccine and non-vaccine interventions to control specific infectious diseases or syndromes. The packages would be tested on a pilot basis in selected field sites and would be evaluated on the basis of their impact, cost-effectiveness, affordability, and acceptance by country policymakers, providers and communities;
Develop best practices and model approaches for addressing policy support for the rational introduction of new vaccines, including improved and simplified methods for obtaining, synthesizing and disseminating epidemiological, economic and other data for countries, donors and technical agencies. This could involve the preparation of "investment cases" for selected vaccines and the provision of direct technical assistance to country policymakers in using evidence for decision-making for the introduction of new vaccines and other interventions;
Oversee and provide guidance to the new joint AMP/IVI project to assist GAVI-eligible countries in establishing vaccine advisory committees;
Provide guidance to IVI's projects in the design, conduct and analysis of economic and policy-related studies.

Responsibilities

The Director of the Policy Unit would have the following responsibilities:

Develop a strategic plan for the Policy Unit, including plans for staffing and funding, working closely with management and staff of the IVI's different divisions and programs and brainstorming with other organizations to determine which activities are needed and are a good fit for the IVI and to collaborate with them, as deemed desirable;
Mobilize resources for the activities and projects of the Policy Unit, including initiating discussions with potential donors and preparing and submitting proposals;
Establish a Policy Unit team, including recruiting new staff (e.g., junior health economists), and manage and supervise the team;
Guide and oversee all research, policy and dissemination/advocacy activities of the Policy Unit;
Guide and assist with the design, implementation and analysis of economic-and finance-related studies conducted under the various programs and projects of the IVI, as requested, including those initiated by the Policy Unit to ensure high quality of these studies;
Take part in developing computer models and conducting analyses to estimate impact, cost and cost-effectiveness of vaccination and/or packages of interventions for specific diseases.

Qualifications:

Doctorate degree (Ph, ScD, DrPH, etc.) in health economics preferred;
At least ten years of experience in conducting policy research and/or health economic studies (e.g., economic modeling, cost-effectiveness analyses, costing of interventions, cost-of-illness studies);
Experience conducting field research in developing countries strongly preferred;
Knowledge of global health issues and familiarity with and experience in the field of infectious diseases and vaccines are highly desirable;
Strong writing skills and past experience in successful grant writing for public health projects;
Fluency in English (speaking and writing).

Postdoctoral Fellow/Research Associate - Posted : 3/27/2009

General Description:
The Staff will be engaged in activities under the Policy and Economic Unit, under the Director General's Office. Director, Policy and Economic (PE) Unit will be the immediate supervisor for the Staff. The PE Unit has a mandate to develop policy-based research, and to assist in policy formulation on vaccine development, promotion and financing, among the international community, governments, and other stakeholders, including pharmaceutical companies and non-government agencies in the IVI member countries. The PE Unit works closely with the Operations Units of the Translational Research Division (TRD) and the Pediatric Dengue Vaccine Initiative (PDVI) program, on their needs, such as developing proposals for conducting policy-based research, assisting in conducting these research and its analyses. Some areas of research include innovative financing strategies, provider payment systems and pricing strategies, willingness to pay studies, and cost of interventions or control of illness. Further, the PE is also engaged in the development of instruments and tools for preparing investment cases/feasibilities and monitoring, including using various economic tools, such as cost-effectiveness analyses, economic impact studies, and other areas as need arises.

Specific Task:
The Staff will be engaged on a specific assignment in the development of the Cholera Vaccine Investment Case. The Investment Case estimates both the potential demand and supply of cholera vaccines, as well as the impact and cost-effectiveness of cholera vaccination, based on the demand and supply estimates. The Staff is expected to manage large and small datasets, and provide various analyses, which may require complex econometric tools (using STATA software), or simple analytical framework (such as cross-tables, simple regressions using Microsoft Excel software). The Staff should also be familiar with graphic and power point presentations tools. The Staff will be required to conduct field visits to collect relevant data for the analyses, conduct literature review and prepare summaries of relevant literature, prepare tables and charts. The Staff is also expected to prepare simple models and to conduct simulations under the supervision of the researchers.

Required Qualifications
The Candidate should have a PhD or a Master's degree (with 5-years relevant experience) in economics/health economics, or health policy and financing, and relevant experience in the relevant areas of interest, such as in health economics, econometrics, health financing, or vaccine economics. The Candidate is expected to have strong analytical and quantitative skills, and should be fluent in verbal and written communication in English. The Candidate should be willing and able to travel.

To apply:
Letters of application, along with a current curriculum vitae, should be addressed to:
Ms. Eunsuk Kim
Senior Human Resources Assistant
International Vaccine Institute
Kwanak PO Box 14
Seoul, Korea 151-600
Tel: (82-2) 881-1177
Fax: (82-2) 881-1305
Email: eskim@ivi.int

Research Associate - Posted : 3/27/2009

General Description:
The Staff will be engaged in activities under the Policy and Economic Unit, under the Director General's Office. Director, Policy and Economic (PE) Unit will be the immediate supervisor for the Staff. The PE Unit has a mandate to develop policy-based research, and to assist in policy formulation on vaccine development, promotion and financing, among the international community, governments, and other stakeholders, including pharmaceutical companies and non-government agencies in the IVI member countries. The PE Unit works closely with the Operations Units of the Translational Research Division (TRD) and the Pediatric Dengue Vaccine Initiative (PDVI) program, on their needs, such as developing proposals for conducting policy-based research, assisting in conducting these research and its analyses. Some areas of research include innovative financing strategies, provider payment systems and pricing strategies, willingness to pay studies, and cost of interventions or control of illness. Further, the PE is also engaged in the development of instruments and tools for preparing investment cases/feasibilities and monitoring, including using various economic tools, such as cost-effectiveness analyses, economic impact studies, and other areas as need arises.

Specific Task:
The Staff is expected to manage large and small datasets, and provide various analyses, which may require complex econometric tools (using STATA software), or simple analytical framework (such as cross-tables, simple regressions using Microsoft Excel software). The Staff should also be familiar with graphic and power point presentations tools. The Staff will be required to conduct literature review and prepare summaries of relevant literature, prepare tables and charts. The Staff is also expected to prepare simple models and to conduct simulations under the supervision of the researchers.

Required Qualifications
The Candidate should have a Master's degree in economics/health economics, or health policy and financing, and relevant experience in the relevant areas of interest, such as in health economics, econometrics, health financing, or vaccine economics. The Candidate is expected to have strong analytical and quantitative skills, and should be fluent in verbal and written communication in English. The Candidate should be willing and able to travel, although, the position does not require much travelling.

To apply:
Letters of application, along with a current curriculum vitae, should be addressed to:
Ms. Eunsuk Kim
Senior Human Resources Assistant
International Vaccine Institute
Kwanak PO Box 14
Seoul, Korea 151-600
Tel: (82-2) 881-1177
Fax: (82-2) 881-1305
Email: eskim@ivi.int

Associate Research Scientist - Posted : 3/27/2009

General Description:
The Staff will be engaged in activities under the Policy and Economic Unit, under the Director General's Office. Director, Policy and Economic (PE) Unit will be the immediate supervisor for the Staff. The PE Unit has a mandate to develop policy-based research, and to assist in policy formulation on vaccine development, promotion and financing, among the international community, governments, and other stakeholders, including pharmaceutical companies and non-government agencies in the IVI member countries. The PE Unit works closely with the Operations Units of the Translational Research Division (TRD) and the Pediatric Dengue Vaccine Initiative (PDVI) program, on their needs, such as developing proposals for conducting policy-based research, assisting in conducting these research and its analyses. Some areas of research include innovative financing strategies, provider payment systems and pricing strategies, willingness to pay studies, and cost of interventions or control of illness. Further, the PE is also engaged in the development of instruments and tools for preparing investment cases/feasibilities and monitoring, including using various economic tools, such as cost-effectiveness analyses, economic impact studies, and other areas as need arises.

Specific Task:
The Staff will use various economic tools to conduct economic analyses, such as, cost-effectiveness, cost-benefit, economic impact, and others. The Staff is expected to design and conduct cost-effectiveness analyses for various interventions to control and prevent the spread of diseases, such as Cholera, Typhoid, Tuberculosis, and Dengue, among others. These interventions include routine vaccination programs, school-based programs, community-based campaigns, and other non-vaccine related interventions. The data will be collected from IVI designated field sites. The Staff will be responsible to conduct the studies, analyze its results, and to write-up the results of the studies. Additionally, the Staff is expected to be engaged with researchers from IVI and from the country counterparts in writing proposals, designing and conducting studies that consider demand analysis, pricing strategies, and other areas of health systems and budgetary and policy implications related to new vaccine introduction. The Staff will also be engaged in conducting literature reviews and writing up summaries, developing economic models and simulating its results to assess the situation in various scenarios to estimate net-present value (NPV) and internal rate of return (IRR). The Staff is encouraged to publish the articles in reputable journals.

Required Qualifications
The Candidate should be (i) a Ph.D. or (ii) a Master's degree with at least 5-years experience, and should be from a relevant area of interest, such as in the field of health economics, econometrics, health financing, or vaccine economics. The Candidate is expected to have strong analytical and quantitative skills, and should be fluent in verbal and written communication in English. The Candidate is expected to work in teams. The Candidate should have worked on development issues, and worked in Asia and/or Africa and/or Latin America. The Candidate should be willing and able to travel.

To apply:
Letters of application, along with a current curriculum vitae, should be addressed to:
Ms. Eunsuk Kim
Senior Human Resources Assistant
International Vaccine Institute
Kwanak PO Box 14
Seoul, Korea 151-600
Tel: (82-2) 881-1177
Fax: (82-2) 881-1305
Email: eskim@ivi.int

Public Awareness/Media Relations Assistant - Posted : 9/23/2009

General Description:

Under the overall supervision of the Public Awareness/Advocacy Officer, the Public Awareness/Media Relations Assistant will provide support for communications activities and events, focusing on media relations and online communications.

Specific Responsibilities:

1.Publication of promotional materials.
- Assist PA Officer in updating & revising IVI websites
- Coordinate the overall newsletter-publishing process including editing, layout, and distribution, under the overall supervision of PA Officer.
*Manage and develop a regular e-publishing system and database
- Support publishing of publications, including brochures, and leaflets for PR and fundraising events and activities.
- Assist multimedia specialist in production of audio-visual promotional materials as required.

2.Media relations
- Draft & disseminate Korean press releases, assist organization of press conferences and interviews, and monitor media coverage on IVI
- Assist PA Officer to arrange production of broadcast (TV, radio) programs featuring IVI
- Maintain good relations with the media
- Develop partnerships with media companies for joint promotion campaign, including PSAs

3.Provide administrative assistance
- Assist organization of publicity events, including golf tournament. Photo contest
- Develop and operate IVI tours by outsiders including students

4.Other Activities - Events, Functions, etc.
- Organize & manage IVI booth at external conferences
- Assist preparation and conduct of IVI's events such as Foundation Day celebration

Required Qualifications:

- A university degree in communications, journalism, marketing and PR, and related fields
- Proficiency in English and Korean, both oral and written
- Ability to develop and edit information, including press releases
- Ability to manage and disseminate information for the media and the public
- Ability to plan and organize public relations events, including press conferences and interviews
- Knowledge in publishing, online and print, including web contents, newsletters and brochures
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Work experience with the print and broadcast media environments a plus

Senior Scientific Coordinator - Posted : 3/2/2010

Fundraising Assistant - Posted : 3/12/2010

Administration and Finance

Web Programmer/Developer (Local Competition) - Posted : 10/26/2006

Human Resources Assistant (Local Competition) - Posted : 4/27/2007

Network Associate
- Posted : 7/4/2007

The International Vaccine Institute (IVI), Seoul, Korea, is seeking qualified individuals to fill the position of Network Associate in Information Technology Division. Applicants shall have a degree of B.S. of computer (mathematics) science & Knowledge and skill on IT (CCNA or any related certification will be preferred). Successful applicants will be hired at the level of Network Associate or Senior Network Associate.

Job Description details:

1. Network Infrastructure& LAN (50%)
    - Assist Supervisor in availability of Internet and local area network on 24*7 basis.
    - Interact with Network vendor for any problem, troubleshooting and organize periodic meetings.
    - Interact with SNU and other agencies.
    - Configuration of Network equipments.
    - Manage the router and switches that form the network core, as well as applications that integrate wireless, and security into the network.
    - Collect logs from network equipment and respond accordingly.
    - Report to computer committee on network related matters and renewal of maintenance contract.
    - Block some ports which are attacked by intruder.
    - Assist Supervisor in System administration work.
    - Weekly backup of system, projects and user's data.
    - Manage computer room - Electricity, Air-conditioner, ventilation, fire safety, etc.

2. Client computers and other equipments (25%)
    - Configure client computer to access IVI network, network printer and some necessary software.
    - Maintain hardware and upgrade of existing computers and equipments.
    - Troubleshoot the software problem.
    - Upgrade and maintain of existing applications.
    - Assist for conference presentation.

3. Procurement (25%)
    - Evaluation, recommendation and procurement of new computers, spare parts and other computer related equipments for the Institute, staff and project sites.
    - Evaluation, recommend and procure new off the -shelf software and their upgrades to enhance productivity.

Human Resources Assistant (Local Competition)
- Posted : 7/11/2007

Security Manager (National recruited position) - Posted : 6/26/2009

General Description:

Security Manager will be responsible for establishing and maintaining appropriate security system and security policies and procedures of the Institute to ensure ongoing maintenance of the security. The Manager will also ensure that the Institute is properly prepared for the possibility of emergency and disaster.

Specific Responsibilities:

1.Establish and maintain security policies and procedures
- Develop and implement security policy, standards, guidelines and procedures
- Ensure compliance with security related policies and procedures

2.Establish and implement the proper security system
- Understand and assess the threats, vulnerabilities and security risk of the Institute
- Develop and implement appropriate security system and program that will ensure the security of the Institute
- Oversee the operation of the Institute security system including CCTV cameras and improve the system
- Report on the security status regularly
- Oversee the security guards

3.Develop and implement security training and advocacy
-Develop a security awareness and training programs
-Lead security training and awareness programs to educate IVI staff members

4.Incident and emergency control
- Establish, implement and lead an incident response, investigation and resolution of the security incidents and prevent future security breaches
- Develop crisis management procedures, conduct emergency procedures including evacuations and coordinate efforts to restore critical systems

5.Protect people and asset of the Institute
- Secure people including visitors, buildings, equipments and other asset of the Institute
- Ensure the periodic patrols ? internal and external
- Search vehicles as they enter and leave premises
- Check people who leave and enter the premises

6.Work with the law enforcement agencies as appropriate
- Inform the police of the security incidents to get the quickest assistance of the police
- Work with the police to resolve security incidents

7.Undertake any other duties as commensurate with the position

Required Qualifications

- Bachelors degree
- Experience : Minimum 5years experience
- Good command of English preferred

Administrative Assistant - Posted : 9/17/2009

Senior HR Assistant (Nationally Recruited staff) - Posted : 11/13/2009

Administrative Assistant BOT Support - Posted : 2/9/2010

HR Assistant - Posted : 2/9/2010

Junior accountant - Posted : 6/22/2010

Organization Overview:
The International Vaccine Institute (IVI) is located in Seoul and founded on the belief that the health of children in developing countries can be dramatically improved by the development, introduction, and use of new and improved vaccines, and that these vaccines should be developed through a dynamic interaction among the scientific community, public health organizations, and industry.
Division Summary:
The Division of Administration and Finance provides logistical support to the scientific divisions and manages the physical facilities of the Institute. Its departments include: Accounting and Finance, Human Resources and Administrative Support Services, Computer Services, Library and information services, Security and Facilities and Maintenance. Accounting and Finance is responsible for implementing and maintaining operating procedures designed to ensure rigorous stewardship of the institute's financial resources.

I. Key accountability : Reporting to the Senior accountant and Senior finance officer, the primary responsibilities are listed as below

1. Monthly Closing (Salary payout bookkeeping, Personnel cost allocation)
2. Time reporting system management
3. Yearly budget consolidation
4. Prepare monthly internal financial statements and budget to actual reports for each cost center managers
5. Grant money Receivable management
6. Assist Sr. accountant in monthly and quarterly closing
7. Ensure our compliance with Korean Generally Accepted Accounting Principles(KGAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards(IFRS)
8. Provide back-up to financial data as needed regarding budget and actual cost

II. Qualifications :

- 1 or 2 years of experience in financial accounting
- A Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or related filed or equivalent experience
- Strong technical skills in the use of financial accounting and reporting software as well as MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Verbal and written communication skills and the ability to positively interact with staff at all levels in the organization in English

Translational Research

Senior Epidemiologist - Senior Infectious Disease Specialist - Posted : 10/26/2006

The International Vaccine Institute (IVI), Seoul, Korea, is seeking qualified individuals to fill research positions in its Translational Research Division. Successful applicants will be hired at the level of Senior Research Scientist.

The International Vaccine Institute (IVI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to accelerating research, evaluation and introduction of new and improved vaccines primarily in developing countries. The IVI was established under the Vienna Convention of 1969. These positions are located at the IVI headquarters in Seoul, Korea.

The IVI has research programs addressing new vaccines against rotavirus diarrhea, cholera, shigellosis, typhoid fever, Hib, pneumococcal disease, influenza, Japanese encephalitis, and dengue fever in 21 countries of Asia , Africa and Latin America.

Applicants should have backgrounds in epidemiology and /or infectious diseases, with experience in vaccinology and vaccine development and evaluation, disease surveillance and disease modeling. Applicants should have experience in program development and management, working in public-private partnerships and international health.

Qualifications include an M.D., Ph.D. or equivalent degree and training in epidemiology and /or infectious diseases. Past research experience in performing clinical trials and in conducting studies in developing countries is highly desirable. A track record in successful publication of papers in international peer-reviewed journals is critical, and past experience in successful grant-writing and fundraising for research projects is essential.

This position requires at least 10 years of epidemiologic/clinical evaluation or equivalent research experience and first-authored, peer-reviewed publications.

Salary will be internationally competitive. The Institute provides appropriate fringe benefits including a housing allowance, home leave, and income tax reimbursement.

Further information can be obtained from Dr. Luis Jodar, Deputy Director-General, International Vaccine Institute (ljodar@ivi.int).

Research Scientist: Vaccine Field Trials - Posted : 10/26/2006

The International Vaccine Institute (IVI), Seoul, Korea, is seeking qualified individuals to fill research positions to conduct vaccine field trials supported by its newly funded Cholera Vaccine Initiative (CHOVI). Successful applicants will be hired at the level of Research Scientist or Senior Research Scientist.

The CHOVI, a five-year program of research, aims to control cholera through the deployment of new generation oral cholera vaccines in areas where the disease is endemic and in populations at risk for epidemics. The successful applicant will be responsible in designing, conducting, monitoring and analyzing clinical trials for licensure of candidate oral cholera vaccines.

Applicants should have a background in epidemiology and /or infectious diseases, with experience in clinical trials of vaccines, licensing pathways and disease surveillance. Specific knowledge of enteric disease vaccines would be an advantage.

This position requires at least 5-10 years of epidemiologic/clinical evaluation or equivalent research experience and first-authored, peer-reviewed publications.

Salary will be internationally competitive. The Institute provides appropriate fringe benefits including a housing allowance, home leave, and income tax reimbursement.

Further information can be obtained from Dr. John D Clemens, Director General, (jclemens@ivi.int) and Dr. Luis Jodar, Deputy Director-General, International Vaccine Institute (ljodar@ivi.int).

Administrative Assistant (Local Competition) - Posted : 10/26/2006

The International Vaccine Institute (IVI), Seoul, Korea, is seeking an Administrative Assistant and please refer to the following qualifications we need and its job description.?

* Qualifications
-	Applicant should have minimum 5 year experiences in administration or secretarial works.
-	Applicant should be able to communicate in spoken and written English.
-	This individual will work in a multi-cultural environment.

* Job Descriptions

General description:

The incumbent will provide:
-	secretarial service to Deputy Director General for Research Coordination, Programs and Institutional Development and Specialist in International Relations and Communications,
-	administrative and logistical support for annual meetings of Board of Trustees and Institute Support Council and provide administrative assistance for the Institute's publication preparation
-	administrative and logistical support for TRD Training Program (i.e., Vaccinology Course, WHO Workshop, SNU GSPH Course and etc.)

Specific responsibilities:
1.	Provide general secretarial service to Deputy Director General for Research Coordination, Programs and Institutional Development and Specialist in International Relations
2.	Provide organizational and logistical support for meetings of Board of Trustees and Institute Support Council
3.	Assist in correspondences with members of Board of Trustees and Institute Support Council
4.	Provide organizational and logistical support for TRD Training Program (i.e., Vaccinology Course, WHO Workshop, SNU GSPH Course and etc.)
5.	Provide administrative and logistical support for the Institute's publications
6.	Arrange travel for Deputy Director General for Research Coordination, Programs and Institutional Development and Specialist in International Relations
7.	Assist in organizing Institute's events
8.	Translate Institute's publications for official use
9.	Provide any other responsibilities relevant to these duties as requested

Senior Medical Officer, Pediatric Dengue Vaccine Initiative (PDVI)
- Posted : 3/30/2007

Laboratory Technician (Serology and RT-PCR)(PDVI)
- Posted : 7/2/2007

The International Vaccine Institute (IVI), Seoul, Korea, is seeking qualified individuals to fill the position of Laboratory Technician for the Pediatric Dengue Vaccine Initiative (PDVI). Under the general supervision of a laboratory supervisor and in support of epidemiologic, clinical and research studies of dengue and other Flavivirus infections, this person is responsible for independently performing or optimizing routine tests in a research laboratory, including enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA) to detect flaviviruses antibodies, and RT-PCR or other nucleic acid amplification techniques, as well as contributing to general maintenance of the laboratory, equipment and supplies.

Specific Responsibilities:

1. Follows established procedures or protocols and utilizes aseptic and personal protective techniques to perform experiments associated with immunology, serology and/or virology. These may require basic blood separation, ELISA, immuno-precipitation, the use of monoclonal and/or polyclonal antibodies, flow cytometry, column chromatography, nucleic acid (RNA and DNA) isolation, amplification and analysis, and other associated specialized laboratory methods including tissue culture and molecular biology techniques;
2. Operates basic laboratory equipment such as centrifuge, pH meter, analytical balance, ELISA plate reader, spectrophotometer, light microscope, laminar flow hood, flow cytometer, thermalcycler, and/or pipettes;
3. Operates lab computers for data entry, data analysis and interpretation.
4. Maintains accurate data records;
5. Performs routine internal quality control assessment to maintain the reliability and validity of results;
6. Maintains and makes minor adjustments to equipment, e.g. calibrating, alignment;
7. Complies with biohazard safety standards through proper handling of potentially hazardous chemical and biological agents in the workplace;
8. Uses sterile and barrier techniques and other measures to avoid contaminating lab experiments and to prevent cross contamination with amplified PCR product;
9. Uses universal safety precautions and personal protective equipment to protect self and co-workers from biohazardous materials, including blood-borne pathogens;
10. Prepares solutions, reagents, and stains following standard laboratory formulas and procedures;
11. Monitors inventory levels, orders materials and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures, counts orders upon receipt.
12. Exchanges routine information in an appropriate manner, including written reports and summaries of data and experiments, requiring good oral and written communication skills;
13. Carries out duties and responsibilities with limited supervision;
14. Makes decisions and establishes work priorities on essentially procedure-oriented operations.

Qualifications
1. BS/BA, or equivalent, in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics, microbiology and/or genetics; Comparable laboratory experience may be substituted for education;
2. Working knowledge of one or more of the following disciplines achieved through undergraduate studies, and laboratory experience gained through class work: biology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics, microbiology and/or genetics. Past relevant laboratory experience is highly desirable; 3. Ability to communicate in written and spoken English;
4. Experience with the following software packages: Excel, Word, Power Point, Access or other database management programs;
5. Motivation to learn and develop new scientific skills.

Administrative Assistant (Local Competition)
- Posted : 7/11/2007

Senior Administrative Assistant
- Posted : 7/11/2007

Administrative Assistant (PDVI)
- Posted : 8/7/2007

Translational Research Division

General Description:
The International Vaccine Institute (IVI), Seoul, Korea, is seeking qualified individuals to fill position of Administrative Assistant in PDVI Program, Vaccine Evaluation, Division. Applicants shall provide and coordinate administrative, logistical and program support for the Vaccine Evaluation program and for the other sectors of PDVI.

Job Description details:
   a. Assists Research Associate and Vaccine Evaluation Director in budgetary and contractual aspects of field site programmatic management, as well as travel and payment activities for the Field Site Consortium, see (b,i,j).
   b. Provides administrative support for travel related to Vaccine Evaluation, Vaccine Access and Research and Development sectors of PDVI, to include Travel Authorizations, Travel Advances, Travel Expense Requests, Flight and Hotel Reservations, necessary Visa and Passport arrangements and Airport pick up service.
   c. Maintains staff contact information and PDVI email contact lists as well as assist non-Korean speaking staff with general support with relocation and living.
   d. Provides support, in coordination with PDVI Web portal administrator, for Program web portal.
   e. Sets up and maintains electronic and hardcopy of Program files for Vaccine Evaluation, Vaccine Access and Supportive Research and Development Programs.
   f. Develops and maintains mailing database for Vaccine Evaluation, Vaccine Access and Supportive Research and Development Programs.
   g. Provides translations of the Institute¡¯s publications for official use.
   h. Provides administrative and programmatic assistance for Institute's events as requested.
   i. Assist preparation of payment documents and fund allocation related to PDVI accounting and documents related to bank transaction.
   j. Visit bank once weekly to assist with PDVI payment processes in i.

Job Requirements:
   1. Ability to communicate in written and spoken English.
   2. Experience in meeting planning.
   3. Basic accounting skills or the ability to learn such skills.
   4. Knowledge or the ability to learn the following software packages: Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Publisher or other desktop publishing software, Project management software, Access or other database management programs.
   5. Cross-cultural skills and knowledge.
   6. Willingness to learn and develop new administrative skill sets.
   7. Ability to write draft contracts or learn to write contracts and cooperative agreements.
   8. Willingness to travel.

Development assistant
- Posted : 8/23/2007

Research Scientist - Posted : 10/18/2007

Director Vi-based Vaccines for Asia Initiative - Posted : 11/1/2007

The International Vaccine Institute (IVI), Seoul, Korea, is seeking qualified individuals to fill the position of Director, Vi-based Vaccines for Asia Initiative (VIVA) within the Translational Research Division.

The International Vaccine Institute (IVI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to accelerating research, evaluation and introduction of new and improved vaccines primarily in developing countries. These positions are located at the IVI headquarters in Seoul, Korea.

The VIVA Initiative is a 5-year program funded by the Bill and Melinda gates Foundation with the goal of reducing typhoid fever mortality and morbidity in infants and children in typhoid endemic countries by accelerating the adoption of Vi vaccines and the technical development, clinical evaluation, and licensure of affordable Vi conjugate vaccines.

Applicants should have backgrounds in epidemiology and/or infectious diseases, with experience in vaccinology and vaccine development and evaluation, disease surveillance and disease modeling. Applicants should have experience in program development and management, working in public-private partnerships and international health.

Qualifications include an M.D., Ph.D. or equivalent degree and training in epidemiology and/or infectious diseases. Past research experience in performing clinical trials and in conducting studies in developing countries is highly desirable. A track record in successful publication of papers in international peer-reviewed journals is critical, and past experience in successful grant-writing and fundraising for research projects is essential.

This position requires at least 10 years of epidemiologic/clinical evaluation or equivalent research experience and first-authored, peer-reviewed publications.

Salary will be internationally competitive. The Institute provides appropriate fringe benefits including a housing allowance, home leave, and income tax reimbursement.

Further information can be obtained from Dr. Luis Jodar, Deputy Director-General, International Vaccine Institute (ljodar@ivi.int). Letters of application along with current curriculum vitae and three references should be addressed to:

Absolute confidentiality will be respected.

Health Economist - Posted : 11/15/2007

Assistant Scientific Data Analyst - Posted : 12/21/2007

Director of Translational Research - Posted : 3/18/2008

The International Vaccine Institute (http://www.ivi.org) is seeking a outstanding individual to lead the Institute's Translational Research Division. The Director of the Translational Research Division will also serve as a Deputy Director General of the Insitute.

The International Vaccine Institute is non-profit and focuses on research and development of new and improved vaccines for use in developing countries. The Institute is located in Seoul, Korea.

The Translational Research Division conducts research to provide evidence for policy on new vaccine introduction in developing countries. This research agenda includes clinical trials, vaccine demonstration projects, epidemiological research, studies of the economics of vaccine introduction, sociobehavioral research, and policy research. At present, the research focuses on vaccines against a variety of diarrheal and respiratory pathogens, as well as vaccines against Japanese encephalitis and dengue fever. It takes advantage of and synergizes with the Institute's Laboratory Sciences Division, which has laboratories devoted to Mucosal Immunology, Clinical Immunology, Molecular Microbiology, Molecular Vaccinology, and Applied Vaccine Development and Process Research. Field research is being conducted by the Translational Research Division in 23 countries of Asia, Africa, and Latin America.

The Translational Research Division currently employs 42 staff, of whom 25 are scientists. Its current annual budget is $17 million and is supported by both grants and core funding.

The Director of Translational Research will report to the IVI Director-General. While it is expected that the incumbent will possess a broad view of the entire field of vaccine research, he or she should also be a recognized leader in a field relevant to the Institute's Translational Research programs. It is expected that the incumbent will conduct a program of independently-funded research in his or her areas of interest, while maintaining overall responsibility for the Institute's Translational Research programs. The incumbent should also possess clear strengths in program-building, resource mobilization, and staff development. Minimum qualifications include a doctorate degree in a relevant discipline, and significant experience in leading a multi-person research team.

Salary will be internationally competitive. The Institute provides attractive fringe benefits including a housing allowance, home leave, and income tax reimbursement.

The International Vaccine Institute is an independent international organization established under the Vienna Convention of 1969. 40 countries and the World Health Organization are signatories to the Institute's Charter. The Institute is governed by an international Board of Trustees, the majority of whom are elected based on their personal achievements and positions in the vaccine field.

Letters of interest along with a current curriculum vitae should be addressed to:
Ms. Eunsuk Kim
Senior Human Resources Assistant
International Vaccine Institute
San 4-8 Bongcheon-7dong, Kwanak-gu,
Seoul, Korea
Tel: 82-2-872-2801 Fax: 82-2-872-2803
Email: eskim@ivi.int
from whom further particulars can be obtained. Absolute confidentiality will be respected.

Regional Coordinator for Asia - Posted : 4/18/2008

General Description:
The Project, funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the World Health Organization, will assist GAVI-eligible countries in establishing functional, sustainable National Vaccine Advisory Committees in developing countries of Asia and Africa to guide national policy decisions concerning their immunization programs, including the introduction of new vaccines and technologies. The Project will be managed jointly by the Agence de Medecine Preventive (AMP) and the IVI. The IVI will be responsible for establishing and guiding the national committees in the Asia region. The Project will involve assisting countries in identifying appropriate members for the committees and in establishing management structures, rules and protocols for the committees. The Project will also develop tools and provide training opportunities to support the national committees, as well as assess lessons learned to guide other countries in developing similar committees.

Specific Responsibilities:

Provide overall leadership and technical guidance to IVI's activities on the Project in the Asia region, including identifying and recruiting Field Managers; leading the country selection process; providing guidance to countries in determining committee membership, establishing protocols and setting their agendas; and guiding the development of tools and training activities;
Serve as the main liaison on the Project with the prime contractor (AMP);
Manage and supervise the Project team, including sub-regional Field Managers based in the target countries, IVI-based Technical Advisors, administrative staff and consultants;
Convene regular meetings of the external and internal technical advisory groups;
Prepare progress reports for the prime contractor and the Gates Foundation.

This position requires frequent travel to countries within the Asia region.

Qualifications:

Advanced degree in public health, health policy, medicine, or a related field;
Substantial experience in providing technical assistance and/or training in health-related areas;
Experience working in developing countries and knowledge of global health issues;
In-depth knowledge of the field of immunization preferred;
Strong program management skills and experience;
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills in multi-cultural settings;
Strong writing skills and fluency speaking and writing in English.

Salary and Benefits:
The salary will be internationally competitive. The Institute provides generous fringe benefits for internationally-recruited staff, including a housing allowance, home leave, and income tax reimbursement.

Public Health Writer/Editor - Posted : 5/27/2008

Epidemiologist (Research Scientist) - Posted : 8/26/2008

Applicants should have backgrounds in epidemiology and /or infectious diseases, with experience in vaccinology and vaccine development and evaluation, disease surveillance and disease modeling.

Qualifications include an M.D., Ph.D. or equivalent degree and training in epidemiology and /or infectious diseases. Past research experience in performing clinical trials and in conducting studies in developing countries is highly desirable. A track record in successful publication of papers in international peer-reviewed journals is critical and past experience in successful grant-writing and fundraising for research projects is essential.

This position requires at least 5-10 years of epidemiologic/clinical evaluation or equivalent research experience and first-authored, peer-reviewed publications.

Salary will be internationally competitive. The Institute provides appropriate fringe benefits including a housing allowance, home leave, and income tax reimbursement.

Further information can be obtained from Dr. Michael Favorov, Acting Director of Translational Research, International Vaccine Institute (mfavorov@ivi.int). Letters of application along with current curriculum vitae and three references should be addressed to:

Epidemiologist (Associate Research Scientist) - Posted : 11/11/2008

Applicants should have backgrounds in epidemiology and /or infectious diseases, with experience in vaccinology and vaccine development and evaluation, disease surveillance and disease modeling.

Qualifications include an M.D., Ph.D. or equivalent degree and training in epidemiology and /or infectious diseases. Past research experience in performing clinical trials and in conducting studies in developing countries is highly desirable. A track record in successful publication of papers in international peer-reviewed journals is critical and past experience in successful grant-writing and fundraising for research projects is essential.

Epidemiologic/clinical evaluation or equivalent research experience is preferred.

Salary will be internationally competitive. The Institute provides appropriate fringe benefits including a housing allowance, home leave, and income tax reimbursement.

Further information can be obtained from Dr. Anna Lena Lopez, Senior Scientist, International Vaccine Institute (anlopez@ivi.int).

Letters of application along with current curriculum vitae and three references should be addressed to:
Ms. Eunsuk Kim
Senior Human Resources Assistant
International Vaccine Institute
San 4-8 Bongcheon-7dong, Kwanak-gu,
Seoul, Korea
Tel: 82-2-872-2801 Fax: 82-2-872-2803
Email: eskim@ivi.int
from whom further particulars can be obtained. Absolute confidentiality will be respected.

Senior Administrative Assistant (National recruited position) - Posted : 3/2/2009

General Description:
The Senior Administrative Assistant is responsible for establishing, operating and managing the office of the Deputy Director General for Translational Research Division, his works and to provide effective support to him and to work harmoniously with all other sections and the staffs.

Specific Responsibilities:
1. Understand the vision, the mission, the objectives and the procedures of TRD and the Institute in order that adequate administrative support can be provided to the DDG for TRD.
2. Overall coordination and management of the Office of the DDG for TRD, to insure that this is managed effectively.
3. Manage the works of the DDG for TRD to insure they follow IVI protocol.
4. Maintain and facilitate harmonious working relationships with IVI staff and Collaborators.
5. Coordinate business and ceremonial dates for executive level management.
6. Assist the DDG for TRD to ensure timely compliance with the objectives and the reporting requirements of all donor grants.
7. Researches information and supporting data for meetings, presentations, seminars workshops, or conferences to be used by DDG of TRD.
8. Keep the travel record of TRD scientific staff.
9. Maintain ECCO contact database.
10. Arrange TRD meetings and retreats.
11. Maintain the general office supplies of the Division.
12. Attend TRD meetings and take minutes for distribution as necessary.
13. Assist the DDG for TRD in organization of the scientific and other important meetings as required to insure that these are carried out effectively.
14. Assist the DDG for TRD for all his travel logistics, schedules, visits and meetings.
15. Assist in the preparation/collation of required reports and materials for the DDG¡¯s meetings and various travels.
16. Manage other duties assigned by DDG of TRD.

Required Qualifications
1. Bachelors degree
2. Experience : Minimum 5years experience in administration or secretarial works
3. Applicant should be able to communicate in spoken and written English.

To apply:
Letters of application, along with a current curriculum vitae, should be addressed to:
Ms. Eunsuk Kim
Senior Human Resources Assistant
International Vaccine Institute
Kwanak PO Box 14
Seoul, Korea 151-600
Tel: (82-2) 881-1177
Fax: (82-2) 881-1305
Email: eskim@ivi.int

Administrative Assistant (National recruited position) - Posted : 3/19/2009

Research Scientist - Posted : 8/27/2009

General Description:

The Research Scientist will participate in the design, field implementation, technical support, evaluation, data analysis, results reporting and publication of findings from epidemiological and vaccine studies supported by the IVI and/ or its collaborating institutions. Other duties will include training and supervision for clinical components of IVI-supported investigations as well as assistance in expanding clinical epidemiologic research activities as they relate to IVI-supported research.

Specific Responsibilities:

For Respiratory Disease-related Projects
1.Provide comprehensive linkage for day to day operations between staff at IVI, field operating personnel and responsible donor institutions collaborators in order to satisfy scientific and managerial needs of all partners involved including government agencies and other organizations;

2.Take lead in providing managerial supervision for activities in study data collection, data analysis, data quality assurance and quality control, project reporting, presentation of results and publication of study findings;

3.Provide technical support for project implementation in selected sites and manage study communications with local collaborators to ensure project team timely technical support and on-time project completion.

4.Be the focal point for IVI on teleconference calls and communications with donor groups and collaborating scientific/public health agencies on regularly scheduled or emergency bases;

5.In collaboration with the team be responsible for collecting, analyzing and writing regular project progress reports and the content for IVI documents (e.g., Annual Report) with regard to the progress of respiratory disease related projects; and

6.Be responsible for the management and on-time delivery of project reports, mid-term and final project deliverables for all respiratory disease related projects.

For Translational Research
1.The IVI is involved in the clinical development programs, for which the Research Scientist will be involved in the planning, coordination and implementation including preparation and submission of necessary dossiers, documents and protocol to regulatory agencies and relevant scientific and ethics committees. The Research Scientist will assist local investigators in data collection, data analysis, report writing and publication of research findings;

2.The Research Scientist will support and coordinate technical cooperation during the conduct of additional epidemiologic studies supported by IVI and institutional collaborating scientists. Such support will include data analysis, appropriate training and education of collaborating scientists and/or support staff. The Research Scientist will also assist in the planning and implementation of programs intended to establish and strengthen research capabilities in developing countries;

3.The Research Scientist will work with other IVI scientists and staff whenever possible for grant application, to develop study protocols (including all phases of investigation) for epidemiologic studies of priority diseases as outlined in the IVI strategic plan and other IVI documents or meetings with collaborators;

4.The Research Scientist will perform other tasks or assist other IVI staff in projects that require epidemiologic scientific expertise and that are critical to the mission and goals of the IVI; and

5.Any other assignment requested by the supervisor or Deputy Director General for Translational Research and Director General of the IVI.

Required Qualifications

M.D and Ph. D. or equivalent degree and medical and clinical training in the relevant fields required also at least 4-5 year experience in public health or medical clinical research is highly desirable.

Languages:

Good command of English (native level) and computer systems.

Research Scientist (National Recruited Position) - Posted : 10/14/2009

General Description:

The Research Scientist will participate in the design, field implementation, technical support, evaluation, data analysis, results reporting and publication of findings from epidemiological and vaccine studies supported by the IVI and/or its collaborating institutions. Other duties will include communication with the donor agencies, especially with KOICA, and training and supervision for project implementation components of IVI-supported activity as well as assistance in expanding vaccine research activities as they relate to IVI-supported research.

Specific Responsibilities:

1.Provide comprehensive linkage for day to day operations between staff at IVI, field operating personnel and responsible donor institutions collaborators in order to satisfy scientific and managerial needs of all partners involved including government agencies and other organizations;

2.Take lead in providing managerial supervision for activities in study data collection, data analysis, data quality assurance and quality control, project reporting, presentation of results and publication of study findings;

3.Provide technical support for project implementation in selected sites and manage study communications with local collaborators to ensure project team timely technical support and on-time project completion;

4.Be the focal point for IVI on communications with donor and collaborating scientific/ public health agencies on regularly scheduled or emergency bases;

5.In collaboration with the team, be responsible for collecting, analyzing and writing regular project progress reports and the content for IVI documents (e.g., Annual Report) with regard to the progress of respiratory disease related projects;

6.Be responsible for the management and on-time delivery of project reports, mid-term and final project deliverables for all respiratory disease related projects.

7.Work with other IVI scientists and staff whenever possible for grant application, to develop study protocols (including all phases of investigation) for epidemiologic studies of priority diseases as outlined in the IVI strategic plan and other IVI documents or meetings with IVI senior staff, visiting scientists and collaborating institutions;

8.Perform other tasks or assist other IVI staff in projects that require epidemiologic scientific expertise and that are critical to the mission and goals of the IVI; and

9.Any other assignment requested by the immediate supervisor or Deputy Director General for Translational Research and Director General of the IVI.

Required Qualifications

?- M.D.; Ph.D.; M.P.H. or equivalent degree.
?- Vaccine relevant fields experience required. Also at least 5 year experience in public health or medical research is highly desirable.
?- Good command of Korean Language and English
?- Good command of computer and communication systems

Languages:

Good command of English (native level) and computer systems.

Associate Research Scientist - Posted : 10/27/2009

General Description:

The Associate Research Scientist will assist in the activities of the IVI Cholera Program whose mission is to control cholera through the deployment of vaccines in areas where the disease is endemic and in populations at risk for epidemics. The incumbent will be involved in surveillance studies and clinical trials to evaluate cholera vaccines and studies to develop access to cholera vaccines, including assessment of disease burden and strengthening disease surveillance. The incumbent will participate in other field projects for cholera and other diseases supported by the International Vaccine Institute and/or its collaborating institutions.

Specific Responsibilities:

1.Participate actively in the IVI Cholera program by:
??a.Provisions for clinical trials and other projects including preparation and submission of necessary dossiers, documents and protocol to regulatory agencies and relevant scientific and ethics committees
??b.Preparation of trial-related Standard Operating Procedures for conduct of clinical trials and other projects within the IVI cholera program
??c.Develop training materials for IVI and local staff in the implementation of projects and studies
??d.Support for development of cholera-related and other research projects including communication with in-country doctors as well as local staff.
??e.Coordinate with other IVI staff and local Principal Investigators in the implementation of clinical trials
??f.Ensure that IVI ? sponsored clinical trials conform to protocol, SOPs, ICH-GCP guidelines and other pertinent regulatory guidelines.
??g.Ensure adequate supervision of day to day activities of field projects and clinical trials.

2.Participate in preparations for clinical trials of other vaccines and field projects of other diseases including preparation and submission of documents and protocol to relevant committees

3.Data collection and analysis of studies mentioned above

4.Participate in development, construction and writing of scientific papers for publication of research study results in English language peer-reviewed scientific journals.

5.Present and publish results of studies named above as co-author with other IVI scientific staff.

6.Participate in further learning activities and training in the field of vaccinology

7.Provide support for other IVI scientists in field work for other diseases in each country where needed.

Required Qualifications

M.D and Ph. D. or equivalent degree and medical and clinical training in the relevant fields required also at least 3 years experience in public health or medical clinical research is highly desirable.

Languages:

Good command of English (native level)

Scientist/ Medical epidemiologist - Posted : 10/27/2009

General Description:

The Scientist/ Medical epidemiologist will participate in the design, field implementation, technical support, evaluation, data analysis, results reporting and publication of findings from epidemiological and vaccine studies supported by the IVI and/ or its collaborating institutions. Other duties will include training and supervision for clinical components of IVI-supported investigations as well as assistance in expanding clinical epidemiologic research activities as they relate to IVI-supported research.

Specific Responsibilities:

??1.The IVI is involved in the clinical development program of oral cholera vaccines. For these two programs, the Scientist will be involved in the planning, coordination and implementation including preparation and submission of necessary dossiers, documents and protocol to regulatory agencies and relevant scientific and ethics committees. The Scientist will assist local investigators in data collection, data analysis, report writing and publication of research findings.

??2.The Scientist will support and coordinate technical cooperation during the conduct of additional epidemiologic studies supported by IVI and institutional collaborating scientists. Such support will include data analysis, appropriate training and education of collaborating scientists and/or support staff. The scientist will also assist in the planning and implementation of programs intended to establish and strengthen research capabilities in developing countries.

??3.The Scientist will work with other IVI scientists and staff whenever possible for grant application, to develop study protocols (including all phases of investigation) and budgets for epidemiologic studies of priority diseases as outlined in the IVI strategic plan and other IVI documents or meetings with collaborators.

??4.The Scientist will perform other tasks or assist other IVI staff in projects that require epidemiologic scientific expertise and that are critical to the mission and goals of the IVI.

Required Qualifications

M.D and Ph. D. or equivalent degree and medical and clinical training in the relevant fields required also at least 5 years experience in public health or medical clinical research is highly desirable.

Languages:

Good command of English (native level)

Senior Research Scientist or Research Scientist - Posted : 11/4/2009

General Description:

Incumbent will be serving as African Typhoid Fever Program Coordinator responsible for the participation in the design, field implementation, technical support, evaluation, data analysis, result reporting and publication of findings from epidemiologic studies supported by the International Vaccine Institute and /or its collaborating institute. The scientist will coordinate all aspects of collaboration with other IVI scientists and staff where appropriate in order to benefit the mission and goals of the International Vaccine Institute. Other duties will include training and supervision for clinical components of IVI-supported investigations as well as assistance in expanding clinical epidemiologic research activities as they relate to IVI supported research.

Specific Responsibilities:

Incumbent will be responsible for the planning, implementation of the assigned scientific research programs in Africa and Asia. Besides coordination for data collection, data analysis, report writing, and publication of research findings, the Incumbent will provide any additional technical support that is necessary for successful completion of the specific projects. All result compiled at the International Vaccine Institute will be summarized in publications from the IVI and widely cited peer-reviewed journals.

Incumbent will work together with other IVI scientists and staff whenever possible to develop study protocols (including all phases of investigation) and budgets for epidemiologic studies of priority disease as outlined in the IVI strategic plan, other IVI documents or meetings with IVI senior staff, visiting scientists and collaborating institutions. These high priority projects may also promote the development and/or introduction of new vaccines in countries or regions where an effective means of disease control may be achieved through the development or expansion of immunization programs.

Incumbent will support and coordinate technical cooperation during the conduct of additional epidemiologic studies supported by IVI and institutional collaborating scientists. Such support will include appropriate training and education of collaborating scientists and/or support staff. Incumbent will also provide support in the planning and implementation of programs intended to establish and strengthen research capabilities in developing countries, particularly those located in Asia.

Incumbent will perform other tasks or assist other IVI staff in projects that require epidemiologic scientific expertise and that are critical to the mission and goals of the International Vaccine Institute.

Required Qualifications

M.D and Ph. D. or equivalent degree and medical and clinical training in the relevant fields required also at least 3 years experience in public health or medical clinical research is highly desirable.

Languages:

Good command of English including high skill in English writing, computer and communication systems. Knowledge of another languages (s) highly desirable.

Administrative Assistant - Posted : 12/1/2009

Research Scientist (Medical Epidemiologist) - Posted : 2/3/2010

General Description:

Typhoid Fever Surveillance in sub Saharan Africa Program (TSAP), a three-year program of research, aims to develop prevention strategies, including immunization, and subsequently to monitor the impact of immunization through generating standardized data on the burden of disease of enteric fever (i.e., typhoid and paratyphoid fever) in low- and middle-income countries in sub-Saharan Africa. The successful applicant will be responsible for field implementation, field technical support, field evaluation, data analysis, result reporting and publication of findings from epidemiologic studies of the program. The Research Scientist will coordinate all aspects of field collaboration with other IVI scientists and staff where appropriate in order to benefit the mission and goals of the International Vaccine Institute. Other duties will include management for the IVI field sub-office as well as epidemiologic research activities as they relate to IVI supported research.

Specific Responsibilities:

The incumbent will be responsible for the field planning, implementation of the assigned scientific research programs in Africa. Besides data collection, data analysis, report writing, and publication of research findings, the Incumbent will provide field technical support necessary for successful completion of the specific projects. All result compiled at the Institute will be summarized in publications from the IVI and widely cited peer-reviewed journals.

The incumbent will work together with other IVI scientists and staff whenever possible to develop study protocols (including all phases of investigation) and budgets for epidemiologic field studies of prioritized diseases as outlined in the IVI strategic plan, other IVI documents or meetings with IVI staff, visiting scientists and collaborating institutions. These high prioritized projects may also promote the development and/or introduction of new vaccines programs in countries or regions where an effective means of disease control may be achieved through the development or expansion of immunization programs.

The incumbent will support and coordinate field cooperation during the conduct of epidemiologic studies supported by IVI and institutional collaborating scientists. Such support will include appropriate training and education of collaborating scientists and/or supporting staff. Incumbent will also provide support in the planning and implementation of programs intended to establish and strengthen research capabilities in developing countries, particularly those located in Africa.

The incumbent will perform other tasks or assist other IVI staff for the projects that require epidemiologic scientific expertise and that are critical to the mission and goals of the Institute.

Required Qualifications

Include an M.D., Ph.D. or equivalent degree and training in epidemiology and/or infectious diseases. Past research experience in conducting typhoid fever studies in African countries is highly desirable. Qualified applicants for this position will have at least 5 years of relevant experience in disease surveillance and evaluation of vaccines.

Good command of English including high skill in English writing;
Good command of communication and computer operating systems;
Knowledge of another language(s) is highly desirable

Place of Work : IVI Africa sub-office (Nairobi, Kenya)

Associate Research Scientist (Laboratory Program Field Manager) - Posted : 2/3/2010

General Description:

The incumbent will serve as Laboratory Field Manager of Typhoid Fever Surveillance in sub Saharan Africa Program (TSAP). The incumbent will be responsible for the evaluation, monitoring and implementation of standard laboratory diagnostic capacity for typhoid fever diagnostic among field-site laboratories in selected sub-Saharan African countries. The incumbent will provide support of field laboratory quality control, quality assurance (QC/QA) principles implementation, laboratory technology, field evaluation of QC/QA, data analysis, result reporting and publication of findings from the studies. The incumbent will coordinate field laboratory collaboration with IVI scientists and staff where appropriate in order to benefit the mission and goals of the Institute. Other duties will include QC/QA for enteric diseases diagnostics, field laboratories network creation, monitoring of field laboratories performance, support for laboratory activities of the IVI field sub-office, and laboratory support for epidemiologic research activities as they relate to the IVI mission.

Specific Responsibilities:

The incumbent will be responsible for the field implementation of the assigned scientific research programs in Africa including laboratory data collection, data analysis, report writing, and participation in publication of research findings. The incumbent will provide field technical support that is necessary for successful completion of the specific projects. All results compiled at the Institute will be summarized in publications from the IVI and widely cited peer-reviewed journals.

The incumbent will work together with other IVI scientists and staff whenever possible to develop laboratory relevant part of the study protocols and budgets for laboratory field studies as a support for Laboratory Coordinator of this project. These high prioritized projects may also promote the development and/or introduction of new diagnostic programs in countries or regions where effective means of disease control may be achieved through the development or expansion of immunization programs.

The incumbent will coordinate field laboratory activities for epidemiologic studies established by IVI and institutional collaborating scientists. Such support will include appropriate training and education of collaborating scientists and/or supporting staff. The incumbent will also provide support for implementation of programs intended to establish and strengthen research capabilities in African countries, particularly included in the TSAP project.

The incumbent will perform other tasks or assist other IVI staff in projects that require scientific expertise and that are critical to the mission and goals of the Institute.

Required Qualifications

Include Master or equivalent degree in laboratory science. The experience of laboratory related research in Africa, specifically on Typhoid Fever research in Africa, is highly desirable. Qualified applicant for this position will have at least 5 years of experience in Biomedical Science.

Good command of English including high skill in English writing;
Good command of communication and computer operating systems;
Knowledge of another language(s) is highly desirable

Place of Work : IVI Africa sub-office (Nairobi, Kenya)

Laboratory Scientist (Laboratory Coordinator) - Posted : 2/8/2010

General Description:

The incumbent will serve as Laboratory Coordinator of Typhoid Fever Surveillance Program in sub-Saharan Africa Project (TSAP), being responsible for the evaluation and standardization of selected laboratory performance. This will entail providing data on qualification of laboratory diagnostic tests to support the Typhoid Fever Surveillance in sub-Saharan Africa Project (TSAP). An important component of the project will involve quality assessment of typhoid diagnostic tests used among project site laboratories in selected sub-Saharan African countries, including Proficiency Testing (PT).

The incumbent will design, and implement multi-center field laboratories quality control procedures and establish quality assurance principles, and will be responsible for the coordination of laboratory technical support, evaluation, data analysis, result reporting, and publication of findings.

The incumbent will coordinate laboratory activities with TRD and LSD specialists, collaborating institutions, IVI epidemiologists, and staff where appropriate in order to benefit the mission and goals of the Institute.

Other duties will include evaluation and improvement of enteric diseases diagnostic in African and other developing countries, design and strengthening of laboratories network, monitoring of laboratory network performance and supporting epidemiology research in collaboration with IVI specialists as these activities relate to the IVI mission.

Specific Responsibilities:

The incumbent will be responsible for IVI laboratory scientific research programs in Africa, and provide necessary technical support for successful completion of the specific projects. All results compiled at the Institute will be summarized in publications from the IVI and peer-reviewed journals.

The incumbent will work together with other IVI scientists and staff whenever possible to develop relevant laboratory protocols and budgets for laboratory studies, including organization of meetings with local laboratory specialists, IVI staff, visiting scientists and collaborating institutions. These high prioritized projects may also promote the development and/or introduction of new diagnostic programs in countries or regions where effective means of disease control may be achieved through the development or expansion of immunization programs.

The incumbent will provide support for epidemiology studies conducted by IVI and institutional collaborating scientists. Such support will include appropriate training and education of collaborating scientists and/or supporting staff. The incumbent will also provide support for implementation of programs intended to establish and strengthen research capabilities in African countries, particularly included in the TSAP project.

The incumbent will perform other tasks or assist other IVI staff in projects that require scientific expertise and that are critical to the mission and goals of the Institute.

Required Qualifications

Include a Ph. D. or equivalent degree in laboratory science, preferably infectious diseases diagnostics. Experience of at least 5 years in laboratory diagnostics, including quality assurance, is required.

Work experience in the developing countries is highly desirable.
Management training as MBA or equivalent degree is preferable.
Good command of English including high skills in English writing;
Good command of communication and computer operating systems;

Associate Research Scientist - Posted : 3/12/2010

General Description:

The International Vaccine Institute (IVI), Seoul, Korea, is seeking qualified individuals to fill the position of Associate Research Scientist for the Vi-based Vaccines for Asia Initiative (VIVA) within the Translational Research Division.

The VIVA Initiative is a 5-year program funded by the Bill and Melinda gates Foundation with the goal of reducing typhoid fever mortality and morbidity in infants and children in typhoid endemic countries by accelerating the adoption of Vi vaccines and the technical development, clinical evaluation, and licensure of affordable Vi conjugate vaccines.

The Associate Research Scientist will participate in the design, field implementation, technical support, evaluation, data analysis, results reporting and publication of findings from epidemiological and vaccine studies supported by the IVI and/ or its collaborating institutions. Other duties will include training and supervision for clinical components of IVI-supported investigations as well as assistance in expanding clinical epidemiologic research activities as they relate to IVI-supported research.

Specific Responsibilities:

1. The incumbent will assist the clinical development program of typhoid Vi-DT conjugate vaccine. For this program, the incumbent will be involved in the planning, coordination and implementation including preparation and submission of necessary dossiers, documents and protocol to regulatory agencies and relevant scientific and ethics committees. The incumbent will assist local investigators in data collection, data analysis, report writing and publication of research findings.
2. The incumbent will support and coordinate technical cooperation during the conduct of additional epidemiologic studies supported by the IVI and institutional collaborating scientists. Such support will include data analysis, appropriate training and education of collaborating scientists and/or support staff. The incumbent will also assist in the planning and implementation of programs intended to establish and strengthen research capabilities in developing countries.
3. The incumbent will work with other IVI scientists and staff whenever possible for grant application, to develop study protocols (including all phases of vaccine trials) and budgets for epidemiologic studies of priority diseases as outlined in the IVI strategic plan and other IVI documents or meetings with collaborators.
4. The incumbent will perform other tasks or assist other IVI staff in projects that require epidemiologic scientific expertise and that are critical to the mission and goals of the IVI.

Required Qualifications

Include an M.D., Ph.D. or equivalent degree and training in epidemiology and/or infectious diseases. Past research experience in performing clinical trials and in conducting studies in developing countries is highly desirable. Qualified applicants for this position will have at least 3 years of relevant experience supported by a track record in successful publication of papers in international peer-reviewed journals.

Administrative Assistant - Posted : 4/22/2010

Laboratory Science

Scientist:
Production and Quality Control Coordinator - Posted : 10/26/2006

The International Vaccine Institute (IVI), Seoul, Korea, is seeking a qualified individual to fill a position to assist with the transfer of production and quality control technologies to developing country vaccine manufacturers. The successful applicant will be hired at the level of Research Scientist or Senior Research Scientist.

The Cholera Vaccine Initiative CHOVI, a five-year program of research, aims to control cholera through the deployment of new generation oral cholera vaccines in areas where the disease is endemic and in populations at risk for epidemics.

The successful applicant will be required to:

* Review SOPs for the production and quality control of inactivated oral cholera vaccine and ensure that they meet International standards.

* Participate in the optimization and validation of all critical processes in the manufacturing process as well as validation of quality control assays specific for cholera vaccine.

* Assist with the preparation and review of stability testing protocols.

* Review documentation of all relevant data prior to submission to National Regulatory Authorities (NRA) and liaison with these authorities to answer any questions that may arise after submission of the documents.

Applicants should have a background in vaccine production or quality control. Experience in process or assay validation would be well regarded. Knowledge of vaccine licensure or experience in dealing with an NRA or WHO would be advantageous.

Qualifications include a M.Sc. or Ph.D. or equivalent degree and at least 5 years experience in vaccine or pharmaceutical production.

Salary will be internationally competitive. The Institute provides appropriate fringe benefits including a housing allowance, home leave, and income tax reimbursement.

Further information can be obtained from Rodney Carbis, Head Vaccine Development, (rcarbis@ivi.int) and Dr. Luis Jodar, Deputy Director-General, International Vaccine Institute (ljodar@ivi.int).

Laboratory Safety and Maintenance General Manager (Domestic competition) - Posted : 10/14/2008

Research Scientist - Posted : 9/30/2009

ABSL-3 Manager(Local Competition) - Posted : 2/16/2010

General Description:

Responsible for ensuring safety practices in ABSL-3 Lab. facilities by enforcing local/international laws, regulations and guidelines as well as the Institute's guidelines and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide the BSL3/ABSL3 users a safe and efficient working environment for research at the IVI.
2. Manage and execute the IVI biosafety program with particular emphasis on research activities involving biohazardous agents, laboratory animals and recombinant DNA molecules.
3. Provide consultative services to researchers on biosafety and biological procedures/protocols and techniques.
4. Develop, manage and perform training and certification for all BSL3/ABSL3 users and support staff.
5. Coordinate BSL3/ABSL3 users, support personnel, equipment, and maintenance needs.
6. Act as liaison with regulatory authorities (KCDC, ect.), fire brigade, police department, and medical services.
7. Coordinate and oversee the facility maintenance program and coordinate and oversee the annual certification of laboratory equipment and facility.
8. Assessment and mitigation of biorisk/hazard.
9. Planning, coordination and training of emergency response.
10. Manage on-site day-to-day BSL3/ABSL3 laboratory operations.
11. Prepare, update, and implement the facility safety policies, guidelines, and procedures.
12. Provide emergency response support and assist in response and investigation of laboratory related accidents and exposures.
13. Participate and maintain proficiency in regulation, standards, guidelines, ect. related to BSL3/ABSL3 laboratories.

Requirements:

- Shall be able to work inside a biocontainment which may require wearing personal protective equipment such as respiratory protection and may need to participating in special immunization programs.
- Shall be willing to travel both domestically and internationally
- Excellent knowledge and application skills of health, safety, environmental regulation, standards, and guidelines
- Excellent knowledge of both national and international (WHO, US-CDC) biosafety regulations
- Shall have management experience
- Shall have 5 years experience in BSL2 and/or BSL3 facilities
- Shall be fluent in Korean and have a fair command of the spoken and written English language.

Pediatric Dengue Vaccine Initiative (PDVI)

Epidemiologist - Posted : 7/24/2009

Contract term: 1 year fixed term

General description:

The incumbent will support program activities related to evaluation and utilization of dengue vaccines.

Specific responsibilities:

Provides technical support for development, implementation and evaluation of extramural and intramural PDVI programs for Vaccine Evaluation and Vaccine Access including scientific aspects of meeting planning.
Serves as program officer for PDVI programs in Vaccine Evaluation to develop and manage a Consortium of field sites to evaluate dengue vaccines and dengue diagnostics, develop the investment case for utilization of dengue vaccines, including defining the global epidemiology of dengue and disease burden, strengthening disease surveillance, and conducting comparative economic analysis of dengue vaccination.

Conducts literature searches and gathers articles for preparation of reports, presentations and manuscripts.
Conducts statistical analysis of field site data for presentations at international meetings and eventual publication in peer reviewed journals.

Ensures that programs operate according to IVI and PDVI guidelines.
Participates in other IVI program activities as appropriate, including grant writing and preparation of official PDVI documents.

Required Qualifications:

Masters or doctoral level degree with training and experience in infectious disease epidemiology, prevention effectiveness assessment, health economics, or public health.
Demonstrated expertise in any of the above areas

Languages:

Good working knowledge of English

Medical Epidemiologist (Senior Scientist or Scientist) - Posted : 9/14/2009

General Description:

The incumbent will be responsible for development, implementation and evaluation of activities related to evaluation and utilization of dengue vaccines.

Specific Responsibilities:

1.Provides administrative and scientific support to develop, implement and evaluate extramural and intramural programs for evaluation of dengue vaccines and development of the case to utilize dengue vaccines.
?????a) Serves as technical expert and serves as project officer to one or more field sites in the PDVI field site consortium, to assist site to develop core capacities to conduct laboratory based and community based epidemiologic dengue disease surveillance under good clinical practice, good clinical laboratory practice and good epidemiologic practice standards (GCP/GCLP/GEP).
?????b) Serves as technical expert and serves as project officer to one or more field sites in the PDVI field site consortium, to assist site to develop core capacities to conduct large-scale (Phase 2b, Phase 3) clinical trials of dengue vaccine(s) and conduct population-based demonstration projects to evaluate the effectiveness of dengue vaccination.
?????c) Serves as technical expert or project officer for PDVI funded projects to obtain epidemiologic and economic data in support of dengue vaccine utilization, including strengthening dengue surveillance, supporting disease and economic burden studies, and disease modeling studies.

2.Participates in budget management for programs, ensuring that programs operate according to IVI and PDVI guidelines, including performing quality assurance and GCP/GCLP monitoring at field sites in conjunction with PDVI Clinical Regulatory Affairs Specialist.

3.Prepares reports, presentations and manuscripts, including those for presentation at international meetings and publication in peer reviewed journals.

Required Qualifications

1.MD or Ph.D with postdoctoral training and experience in infectious disease epidemiology, clinical trials design and implementation, or public health assessment

2.Demonstrated expertise in any of the above areas

Languages:

Good command of English

Research Associate (Local Competition) - Posted : 2/19/2010