FHI 360 Job Circular 2026: Family Health International (FHI 360) has released a job circular on September 07, 2026. According to the current circular, they are looking for the recruitment of Microbiologist Post.
The interested job seekers may download [PDF] official circular notice from the official website (www.fhi360.org). However, you can also go through this article to know more about পারিবারিক স্বাস্থ্য আন্তর্জাতিক.
FHI 360 Job Circular 2026
FHI 360 (formerly Family Health International) is a nonprofit human development organization based in North Carolina. FHI 360 operates in more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories. Established in 1971, the organization manages projects relating to family planning and reproductive health. In 1986 the organization began a worldwide response to HIV/AIDS. FHI 360’s research and programs also address malaria, tuberculosis, and other infectious and chronic diseases and international agencies, governments, foundations, research institutions, and individual donors.
| Name of the Organization: | Family Health International (FHI 360) |
| Position: | Microbiologist |
| Total Vacancy: | 01 |
| Job Location (City): | Dhaka, Bangladesh |
| Salary: | Negotiable |
| Employment Duration: | Full time |
| Source | Official Website |
Important Dates:
- Deadline of Application: September 10, 2026
- Application Type: Online
Vacancy Details for FHI 360 Job Circular 2026:
- A minimum of a BSc in clinical diagnostics or an equivalent with a specialty in microbiology with a strong focus on TB.
- At least four years of direct experience in TB diagnostic network strengthening and laboratory capacity strengthening in the country.
- Demonstrated competency in current diagnostic methods for TB.
- Knowledge and experience of strengthening laboratories to achieve international quality standards.
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
- Experience working in Bangladesh
- Willingness and ability to travel a minimum of 50% within Bangladesh and perform other travel as needed.
Key Competencies:
- Provide technical oversight and hands-on support for TB diagnostic services including molecular tests (e.g., GeneXpert, LPA), culture, and drug susceptibility testing (DST) as applicable
- Ensure implementation and maintenance of Quality Management Systems (QMS) in line with national standards, SLMTA/SLIPTA, and ISO 15189 principles
- Monitor routine laboratory performance indicators (test volumes, turnaround time, error rates, contamination rates, EQA performance) and support corrective actions
- Support preparation, distribution, and monitoring of External Quality Assessment (EQA) panels for peripheral and molecular WRD sites
- Conduct regular supportive supervision and mentoring visits to spoke and linked laboratories within the RTRL network
- Identify nonconformities during supervision and audits, document findings, and support development and follow-up of Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) plans
- Strengthen sample referral and transportation systems from peripheral laboratories to RTRLs, ensuring proper packaging, biosafety, and timely reporting
- Ensure biosafety and biosecurity practices are followed according to national and international guidelines
- Work collaboratively with other technical staff on the development and implementation of the project workplans.
- Support laboratory data reporting through eLMIS/dashboard systems and promote data-driven decision-making
- Maintain proper documentation including SOPs, QC logs, equipment maintenance records, and inventory registers
- Coordinate with National TB Reference Laboratory (NTRL), MBDC, and project technical teams on laboratory network issues and improvements
- Support training and on-the-job coaching of laboratory staff on TB diagnostics, QMS, biosafety, and data management
- Assist in readiness and implementation activities for advanced diagnostics (e.g., tNGS where applicable)
- Ensure timely communication of test results to clinicians and TB program staff
- Participate in NTBLWG and relevant technical meetings as required
- Contribute to periodic technical reports and performance summaries for project monitoring
- Work closely with the project team to define and adjust annual work plans as well as implementing technical activities.
- Conduct other work as assigned by the supervisor.
How to Apply:
Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.
Then to apply, go to https://fhi.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/FHI_360_External_Career_Portal/job/Dhaka-Bangladesh/Microbiologist_Requisition-2026201220
The Closing Date: September 10, 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
| Job Circular | Download |
| Official Website | www.fhi360.org |
Contact Details:
- Family Health International (FHI 360)
- 7th floor, Rangs FC Enclave, Rd 32, Dhaka 1213, Bangladesh
- Phone: +880 2-48811336
- Official Website: fhi360.org