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 Associate 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 27 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.

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.

General description:
1.Oversees the implementation and administration of programs, protocols, and procedures to ensure safety, health, and environment matters of the Institute
2.Ensures the Institute complies with all local and relevant occupational safety, health, and environmental laws, regulations, and guidelines, as well as with the Institute policies and procedures.
3.Review international requirements on occupational safety, health, and environmental safety for adoption as appropriate.
4.Oversees general electrical and mechanical status of laboratory equipments and coordinates maintenance and repairs of laboratory equipments and facilities.

Specific Responsibilities:
1.Develop, implement and modify environment, health, and safety protocols and procedures of the Institute.
2.Conduct regular routine inspections of Institute buildings, facilities, and equipment of the Institute and report non-compliance and/or hazardous conditions, and recommend remedial action as appropriate.
3.Collects, monitors data and carries out appropriate checks and tests to insure that effluent discharges are in compliance with regulatory and environmental safety requirements.
4.Train and advise the Institute staff to ensure compliance with local and Institute regulations regarding safety, health, and environment.
5.Review and update IVI procedures in line with international guidelines as they relate to environment, health and safety protocols as applicable.
6.Assist in procurement of the equipments and materials: check the technical specifications of the equipments and receive/inspect the things purchased.
7.Assist in research project management as required.
8.Ensures that handling of radioactive isotopes complies with national and international safety requirements.
9.Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree
- Educational Discipline: Bio-safety, Biochemistry, Molecular biology, or other related
- Experience : Minimum 3years experience in bio-safety and lab maintenance work
- Skills:

• Biosafety, mechanical and electrical maintenance work
  
• Certification in handling radioisotopes - mandatory "General License for Handling Radioisotope"
  (방사성동위원소 취급자 일반면허)
• Good command of English

To apply:

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

Absolute confidentiality will be respected.