DOMINICA BUREAU OF STANDARDS

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT FOR THE POSITION OF

SUPERVISOR – MICROBIOLOGY LABORATORY

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the position of Supervisor – Microbiology Laboratory at the National Centre of Testing Excellence, Dominica Bureau of Standards.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Laboratory Supervisor – Microbiology is responsible for the supervision of laboratory operations in the Food and Environmental Microbiology Laboratories, direct contact with the laboratory client base and the management of all laboratory operations related to the generation and communication of microbiological and environmental testing results.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology, Food Science or a related field. A Masters’ Degree would be an asset.

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a Microbiological Food or Environmental Testing Laboratory.

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience supervising laboratory personnel

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• A combination of analytical, communication and reasoning skills;

• Be able to read and write policies regarding safety and quality assurance procedures for use at the NCTE;

• Read and analyze reports from laboratory equipment to ensure everything is operating in an efficient manner;

• Strong observational, analytical and record-keeping skills;

• Skill in the use of computer spreadsheets and/or database applications in the compilation of data;

• Flexibility with the job requirements and locations

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

The position will be on a contractual basis for two (2) years, renewable upon satisfactory performance. The successful applicant will receive a compensation package based on qualification and experience.

ADDRESS FOR APPLICATIONS:

Applications should be sent under CONFIDENTIAL cover to:

The Chairman

National Standards Council

Dominica Bureau of Standards

National Centre of Testing Excellence

P. O. Box 1015, Stock Farm,

Dominica, W. I.

The names and contact details of three (3) referees and evidence of formal qualifications should be included in the Letter of Application.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Additional details can be found at www.dominicastandards.org or www.dominica.gov.dm.

CLOSING DATE

The closing date for the receipt of applications is Tuesday July 8, 2025.