Job description

Role Overview

This position calls for a specialist to shape and launch a nationwide apiculture health program and a reference center focused on honeybee disease management. The work centers on monitoring disease patterns, carrying out diagnostics, advancing research, and applying AI-based prediction tools to strengthen pollination resilience and support food security.

Key Responsibilities

Create and oversee a national or regional reference center dedicated to honeybee diseases.
Design and run disease surveillance and outbreak response initiatives.
Manage laboratory diagnosis workflows and sample handling systems.
Direct research efforts related to honeybee health, disease, and ecosystem wellbeing.
Embed artificial intelligence and predictive analytics into monitoring and early-warning systems.
Coordinate with government bodies, scientists, and beekeeping stakeholders.
Lead cross-functional teams and maintain high standards of operational delivery.

Qualifications and Experience

The role requires a PhD in Veterinary Medicine, Entomology, Apiculture, or a closely related discipline, along with 8 to 10 years of experience in honeybee health or a relevant research area. Candidates should also bring demonstrated leadership experience in laboratory operations or program management.

Preferred Profile

Prior experience setting up or running reference laboratories.
Strong background in surveillance frameworks and outbreak control.
Working knowledge of AI or data analytics in agriculture or biosecurity.

Skills and Competencies

Program design and delivery
Strategic planning
Decision-making
Honeybee pathology
Diagnostic methods
Epidemiology and surveillance
Stakeholder coordination
Scientific writing and reporting
Team leadership
Operational management

Why This Role Matters

You will lead a high-impact initiative that supports food security and sustainable pollination.
You will help establish a pioneering reference center for apiculture health.
You will contribute to innovation in agricultural biosecurity and applied research.

Expert in Honeybee Diseases

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