Consultant Clinical Microbiologist

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the UAE is seeking an experienced consultant clinical microbiologist to oversee clinical microbiology services, laboratory diagnostics, infection prevention, and antimicrobial stewardship within a tertiary-care environment.

Key duties

Lead clinical microbiology and diagnostic laboratory services.

Oversee culture, sensitivity testing and microbiological reporting.

Provide clinical consultation on complex infectious diseases.

Support infection prevention, antimicrobial stewardship and outbreak management.

Ensure laboratory quality, accreditation and regulatory compliance.

Work closely with infectious disease, pathology, ICU and other clinical teams.

Participate in teaching, research, audits and quality improvement.

Requirements

Medical degree with recognized postgraduate qualification in clinical microbiology / medical microbiology.

Consultant-level experience in a hospital/tertiary laboratory.

Recognized Board/CCT/CCST or equivalent qualification preferred.

Strong experience in infection control and antimicrobial stewardship.

DHA/DoH/MOHAP consultant eligibility or license preferred/required depending on location.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Medical insurance

Annual air ticket

Paid annual leave

Family benefits

CME/professional development

Visa and other employment benefits