The Institut Pasteur du Cambodge (IPC) is a Cambodian non-for-profit research institution established in 1953, IPC is today a scientific research establishment declared of public utility placed under the high patronage of the Ministry of Health of the Kingdom of Cambodia and under the responsibility of the Institute Pasteur on the scientific and technical levels. The IPC is a member of the Pasteur Network, which brings together 33 institutes present on five continents. It shares the Pasteurian values and the ethical charter to which the Pasteur Institutes are bound. The IPC has more than 300 employees, including about 30 expatriates of 22 nationalities and includes 5 research units. It carries out research activities in health biology, public health and service activities (Medical Biology Laboratory, vaccinations and water and food analyses) and training.
The lnstitut Pasteur du Cambodge (IPC) is recruiting a full-time Quality and Biorisk Management Officer based in Hygiene Security Quality Metrology Service (HSEQM) to reinforce Quality and Biorisk Management System within IPC.
Why Join IPC?
The Institut Pasteur du Cambodge (IPC) is committed to fostering a workplace that is equitable and full of potential. The Institute upholds transparency, non-discrimination, and continuous professional development for all employees. By being part of IPC, employees will:
- Work in an internationally collaborative and respectful environment
- Contribute meaningfully to public health and high-impact scientific research
- Access continuous learning opportunities tailored to your career path.
- Be part of a team that actively supports gender equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Join an institution recognized for its integrity, innovation, and global scientific partnerships.
Position Overview:
The Quality and Biorisk Management Officer will primarily be responsible for maintaining Quality and Biorisk Management of IPC, including the Biosafety Level 3 (BSL3) Laboratory which is recently certified to ISO 35001:2019 Biorisk Management.
Recruitment conditions:
- Language: Khmer, English, French is a plus
- Position: Full-time.
- Contract: The initial contract is offered for 1 year (renewable).
- Start Date: Available to start on 1st March 2026
- Benefits:
- Private health insurance including family coverage and life insurance.
- NSSF (Health Care, Occupational Risk, Retirement).
- Khmer New Year and Pchum Ben Bonus.
- Seniority bonus every 6 months.
- Annual leave (18 days) plus an additional day every three years of seniority.
- Multicultural environment with staff from 22 nationalities.
- Opportunities for growth and career advancement.
Main Responsibilities:
- Supports the IPC Direction, General BSL3 Manager, and QHS (Quality, Health, and Safety) Committee in implementing and maintaning biosafety protocols
- Provides independent advice, guidance, and assurance on biorisk management issues
- Verifies that all biorisks are addressed
- Advises on or participates in the investigation, follow-up of incidents/accidents, and refers these to the OHS Committee, where appropriate
- Supports the implementation and maintenance of biosafety and biosecurity protocols, and conduct routine inspections
- Helps monitoring compliance with relevant national and international biosafety and biosecurity standards
- Assists with risk assessments, implement the corrective actions, and contributes to training initiatives
- Ensures that relevant and up-to-date information and advice on biorisk management is made available to relevant personnel if necessary;
- Ensures proper documentation and record-keeping for all safety activities
- Develops, implements, and monitors biorisk management programs
- Maintains proper documentation to support safe, secure, and efficient laboratory operations;
- Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to ensure adherence to biosafety and biosecurity protocols;
- Conducts internal audits and management review
- Gives support to the Quality (ISO 17025:2017 – Calibration Laboratory) and Biobank Management (ISO 20387:2018)
- Gives assistance and backup the Quality System Manager in case of absence
- Performs other tasks assigned by the Manager.
Candidate Profile:
- Bechelor degree or Engineering Degree in biotechnology, public health, or related fields
- Good knowledge in good laboratory practices
- Good knowledge in biosafety and biosecurity
- Good knowledge in computer and Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Able to work independently
- Able to work in a team
- Good communication skills
- Organized, rigorous, meticulous, and flexible
- Good knowledge in handling pathogens is a plus
- Have trainings in biorisk management in a plus
- Knowledge in ISO 17025, ISO 35001, and ISO 20387 is a plus
- Experience in working with documentation management is plus.
The complete application includes a cover letter – with salary expectations, copies of diplomas if any, work certificates, curriculum vitae with a recent photo, Identity Card photocopy – all certified documents to the originals – are to be sent to the Human Resources department of Institut Pasteur du Cambodge #5, Monivong Blvd, Phnom Penh or by email to: recrutement@pasteur-kh.org, phone number: 092 777 665.
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