Clinical Microbiologist Leading Hospital - UAE

SearchPlus HR Consultancy; Dubai; On-site; AED 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Air travel benefits

Modern facility

Job summary

SearchPlus HR Consultancy is seeking a clinically experienced microbiology specialist in the UAE to lead laboratory investigations and collaborate with clinical teams. The role focuses on accurate diagnostics, interpretation of antimicrobial susceptibility, and participation in infection prevention initiatives.

The ideal candidate holds recognised postgraduate qualifications in Clinical/Medical Microbiology and is eligible for UAE licensing, with experience in antimicrobial stewardship and

Qualifications

• Medical degree MBBS or equivalent from a recognised institution.
• Postgraduate specialist qualification in Clinical Microbiology or Medical Microbiology.
• UK CCT, American Board Certification, Australian specialist qualification or equivalent.
• Relevant experience in clinical microbiology diagnostics and infectious disease investigations.
• Knowledge of antimicrobial susceptibility testing, infection control and antimicrobial resistance.
• Eligibility for UAE professional licensing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and interpret microbiological investigations across infections.
• Review and validate laboratory results including culture reports and MIC testing.
• Support diagnosis and management of complex infectious diseases through results interpretation.
• Advise clinicians on specimen collection, testing and interpretation.
• Provide guidance on antimicrobial selection and resistance patterns with antimicrobial stewardship teams.
• Monitor antimicrobial resistance and contribute to infection prevention initiatives.
• Support hospital infection surveillance and outbreak investigations.
• Establish and maintain laboratory quality-control procedures.
• Ensure compliance with biosafety and regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate with infectious disease specialists, infection-control teams and laboratory staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Laboratory interpretation

Infection control knowledge

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Postgraduate specialist qualification in Clinical Microbiology or Medical Microbiology

UK CCT / American Board / Australian qualification or equivalent

Licensing eligibility in UAE

Job description

Job Description

This opportunity is suitable for internationally trained medical professionals with recognised specialist qualifications and experience in clinical microbiology, infectious disease diagnostics, and laboratory medicine.

The successful candidate will support accurate diagnosis and management of infectious diseases through laboratory investigation, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, quality assurance, and collaboration with clinical teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and interpret microbiological investigations involving bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections.
• Review and validate laboratory results, including culture reports, microscopy findings, and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
• Support the diagnosis and management of complex infectious diseases through accurate interpretation of microbiology results.
• Advise clinicians on appropriate specimen collection, diagnostic testing, and interpretation of microbiological findings.
• Provide guidance on antimicrobial selection and resistance patterns in collaboration with treating physicians and antimicrobial stewardship teams.
• Monitor emerging antimicrobial resistance and contribute to infection prevention and control initiatives.
• Support hospital infection surveillance and investigations of suspected healthcare-associated infections and outbreaks.
• Establish and maintain laboratory quality-control procedures in accordance with applicable standards.
• Ensure compliance with biosafety requirements, laboratory protocols, and regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate with infectious disease specialists, infection-control teams, laboratory scientists, and other healthcare professionals.

Requirements

• Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) from a recognised institution, where required for the physician specialist pathway.
• Recognised postgraduate specialist qualification in Clinical Microbiology, Medical Microbiology, or an equivalent relevant specialty.
• UK CCT, American Board Certification, Australian specialist qualification, or an equivalent recognised specialist qualification is preferred.
• Relevant experience in clinical microbiology diagnostics, laboratory interpretation, and infectious disease investigations.
• Strong knowledge of antimicrobial susceptibility testing, infection control, and antimicrobial resistance.
• Experience with laboratory quality management systems and accreditation standards is desirable.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and multidisciplinary teamwork skills.
• Eligibility for the relevant professional licensing category in the UAE, subject to the health authoritys qualification and experience requirements.

• Competitive salary package based on qualifications and experience.
• Medical insurance and annual leave.
• Annual air travel benefits, where provided by the employer.
• Additional benefits in accordance with the employment package.
• Opportunity to work in a modern healthcare facility with established diagnostic laboratory services.