Clinical Microbiologist-Western Qualified Private and Government Hospitals

SearchPlus HR; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Accommodation allowance

Annual airfare

Medical insurance

Family benefits

Job summary

SearchPlus HR in the UAE is assisting leading healthcare facilities to recruit Consultant and Specialist Clinical Microbiologists. International candidates are welcome to apply and may benefit from a tax-free salary package with housing, annual air tickets, medical insurance, and family benefits.

Ideal candidates hold Western specialist qualifications in Clinical Microbiology with extensive experience in diagnostics, antimicrobial testing, and infection prevention and control.

Qualifications

• Extensive expertise in clinical microbiology and infectious disease diagnostics.
• Experience with antimicrobial susceptibility testing and interpretation.
• Proven ability in infection prevention and control practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and interpret clinical microbiology investigations across bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites.
• Analyse culture results, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, and molecular diagnostics.
• Identify pathogens responsible for healthcare-associated and community infections.
• Provide expert guidance on antimicrobial selection and resistance patterns.
• Support antimicrobial stewardship programmes and promote appropriate antibiotic use.
• Advise clinical teams on diagnosis and management of complex infections.
• Monitor antimicrobial resistance trends and recommend control measures.
• Ensure laboratory procedures meet accreditation and quality standards.
• Collaborate with infectious disease physicians and other clinical specialists.

Skills

Clinical microbiology

Infectious disease diagnostics

Antimicrobial resistance

Infection control

Education

MBBS / MBChB or equivalent

Western specialist qualification in Clinical Microbiology

Registration with Western medical authority

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking qualified Consultant and Specialist Clinical Microbiologists with recognized Western specialist qualifications to join leading healthcare facilities across the UAE. The ideal candidates should have extensive expertise in clinical microbiology, infectious disease diagnostics, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, and infection prevention and control.

International candidates are welcome to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and interpret clinical microbiology investigations, including bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic testing.
• Analyse culture results, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, and molecular diagnostic findings.
• Identify and investigate pathogens responsible for healthcare-associated and community-acquired infections.
• Provide expert guidance on antimicrobial selection and resistance patterns.
• Support antimicrobial stewardship programmes and promote appropriate antibiotic use.
• Advise clinical teams on the diagnosis and management of complex infections.
• Monitor emerging antimicrobial resistance and recommend appropriate control measures.
• Oversee laboratory testing procedures, quality assurance, and diagnostic accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory accreditation and international quality standards.
• Support infection prevention and control programmes and outbreak investigations.
• Collaborate with infectious disease physicians, pathologists, intensivists, and other clinical specialists.

• MBBS / MBChB or equivalent recognized medical qualification, where required for the specialist pathway.
• Recognized Western specialist qualification in Clinical Microbiology or Medical Microbiology, such as UK CCT, FRCPath, FRCPA, or an equivalent recognized qualification.
• Relevant post-specialization clinical experience.
• Current or previous registration with the relevant Western medical authority, as applicable.
• Strong expertise in clinical microbiology, diagnostic testing, antimicrobial resistance, and infection control.
• Eligibility for Specialist or Consultant licensing under the relevant UAE healthcare authority requirements.

• Attractive tax-free salary package.
• Accommodation or housing allowance.
• Annual air tickets.
• Medical insurance.
• Family benefits, subject to employer policy.