Openย toย Internalย andย Externalย Candidates
Position Titleย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย : ย ย Laboratory Technologist
Duty Stationย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย : ย ย Bangkok, Thailand
Classification:ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย :ย ย ย General Service (G-5, THB 68,607.42ย per month)
Typeย ofย Appointment ย ย ย ย :ย ย ย Special Short-Term Contract (Initial 3 months with possibility of extension)
Desired Start Dateย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย :ย ย ย Asย soonย asย possibleย
Closing Dateย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย :ย ย ย 01 October 2025ย
Reference Codeย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย :ย ย SVN16863/2025
ย ย ย ย ย ย (Open for Thai Nationals Only)
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT AND SCOPE:ย
Under the overall supervision of the Chief Migration Health Officer and direct supervision of the Laboratory Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for technical support to laboratory services with respect to Migration Health Assessments (HAP) and other programmes implemented by the IOM Migration Health Division in Bangkok, Thailand.
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EDUCATION
Bachelorโs degree or Diploma from an accredited academic institution in Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Sciences, Microbiology or a related discipline in countries where the scope of responsibilities are fulfilled according to national regulations.A valid license to practice, if applicable.ยAccredited Universities are those listed in theย UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
EXPERIENCE
Three years for Bachelorโs degree holder and five years for diploma holders of relevant clinical laboratory experience in a busy institution, preferably in a laboratory;ย Relevant technical knowledge and practices to personnel and laboratory operations;Knowledge and experience in clinical laboratory techniques;ย Knowledge of laboratory quality management systems;ย Knowledge of the principles and practices laboratory biosafety;Computer literate with understanding of accurate data collection and analysis for monitoring and continuous improvement of laboratory services and performances; and,ย Good awareness of the laboratory role in health systems, optional use of resources for quality and efficient services delivery.Proven laboratory expertise and/or advanced degree in laboratory specialization is an advantage.SKILLS
Effectively applies and transfers relevant technical knowledge and practices to personnel and laboratory operationsOrganizational skills;ย Communication skills.ยLanguages
Fluency in Thai and English (oral and written) is required.Required Competenciesย IOMโs competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.ย Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values: Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.Core Competencies โ behavioural indicators (Level 1) Teamwork: Establishes strong relationships with colleagues and partners; relates well to people at all levels.Delivering results: Manages time and resources efficiently, monitoring progress and making adjustments as necessary.Managing and sharing knowledge: Shares knowledge and learning willingly, and proactively seeks to learn from the experiences of others.Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities within own role and honours commitments to others and to the Organization.Communication: Encourages others to share their views, using active listening to demonstrate openness and to build understanding of different perspectives.ย How to apply:Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via IOM e-Recruitment systemย within the above said deadline referring to this advertisement. Please attach the following documents in your application.ย
a cover letter, indicating the dates of availability;ย a curriculum vitae;ย a duly completed IOM Personal History Form which can be downloaded fromย https://thailand.iom.int/sites/g/files/tmzbdl1371/files/Vacancies/Form/iom-personal-history-form-270122.xls.Notes Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies