Project Entomologist- Urban Malaria Elimination Project

PATH; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,300,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

PATH is seeking an Entomologist to provide technical leadership for entomological surveillance, integrated vector management, GIS-based hotspot mapping, and operational research to support malaria elimination activities in Mumbai.

The candidate should hold a Master’s degree in Entomology or related field, with at least five years’ experience in vector-borne disease programmes, malaria vector surveillance and IVM; GIS experience is desirable and familiarity with government programmes is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Entomology or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in vector-borne disease programmes.
• Experience in malaria vector surveillance and integrated vector management.
• Experience using GIS tools is desirable.
• Experience working with government programmes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct entomological surveillance in intervention wards.
• Identify mosquito breeding habitats and vector density trends.
• Support GIS-based mapping of malaria hotspots and vector breeding sites.
• Develop evidence-based vector control strategies.
• Monitor effectiveness of larval source management and vector control interventions.
• Conduct insecticide resistance monitoring where applicable.
• Support outbreak investigations and entomological assessments.
• Train municipal staff and field workers on vector surveillance and control.
• Supervise vector surveillance teams.
• Prepare entomological reports and recommendations.
• Participate in monthly review meetings and programme planning.
• Support operational research and documentation of best practices.

Skills

Vector surveillance

GIS and spatial analysis

Data interpretation

Training and mentoring

Report writing

Teamwork

Public health

Education

Master's degree in Entomology or related discipline

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Overview

PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity. PATH develops and scales up innovative solutions to health challenges through multisector partnerships in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and related specialties.

Job Purpose

The Entomologist will provide technical leadership for entomological surveillance, integrated vector management (IVM), GIS-based hotspot mapping, vector control planning, monitoring of mosquito breeding, and operational research to support malaria elimination activities.

Duty Station

Mumbai

Responsibilities

• Conduct entomological surveillance in intervention wards.
• Identify mosquito breeding habitats and vector density trends.
• Support GIS-based mapping of malaria hotspots and vector breeding sites.
• Develop evidence-based vector control strategies.
• Monitor effectiveness of larval source management and vector control interventions.
• Conduct insecticide resistance monitoring where applicable.
• Support outbreak investigations and entomological assessments.
• Train municipal staff and field workers on vector surveillance and control.
• Supervise vector surveillance teams.
• Prepare entomological reports and recommendations.
• Participate in monthly review meetings and programme planning.
• Support operational research and documentation of best practices.

Capacity Building

• Train project staff, municipal teams, and healthcare workers on monitoring tools, data quality, digital reporting systems, and use of programme data.
• Build institutional capacity within BMC for routine monitoring, performance review, and evidence-based planning.
• Mentor ward coordinators and technical staff on data management and reporting.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in Entomology, Medical Entomology, Zoology, Life Sciences, Public Health Entomology, or related discipline.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in vector-borne disease programmes.
• Experience in malaria vector surveillance and integrated vector management.
• Experience using GIS tools is desirable.
• Experience working with government programmes is preferred.

Competencies

• Medical entomology
• Vector surveillance
• GIS and spatial analysis
• Data interpretation
• Training and mentoring
• Report writing
• Teamwork

Key Performance Indicators

• Timely completion of entomological surveillance.
• GIS-based hotspot maps produced regularly.
• Vector control plans developed using surveillance evidence.
• Timely reporting of vector surveillance findings.
• Capacity-building sessions conducted.
• Reduction in vector breeding indices in intervention areas.