Consultant Clinical Microbiologist (Western Certified)

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