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PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity. With more than 40 years of experience forging multisector partnerships and with expertise in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales up cutting-edge solutions to the world s most pressing heath challenges.
Job Purpose
The Entomologist will provide technical leadership for entomological surveillance, integrated vector management (IVM), GIS-based hotspot mapping, vector control planning, monitoring of mosquito breeding, and operational research to support malaria elimination activities.
Duty Station : Mumbai
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct entomological surveillance in intervention wards.
- Identify mosquito breeding habitats and vector density trends.
- Support GIS-based mapping of malaria hotspots and vector breeding sites.
- Develop evidence-based vector control strategies.
- Monitor effectiveness of larval source management and vector control interventions.
- Conduct insecticide resistance monitoring where applicable.
- Support outbreak investigations and entomological assessments.
- Train municipal staff and field workers on vector surveillance and control.
- Supervise vector surveillance teams.
- Prepare entomological reports and recommendations.
- Participate in monthly review meetings and programme planning.
- Support operational research and documentation of best practices.
Capacity Building
- Train project staff, municipal teams, and healthcare workers on monitoring tools, data quality, digital reporting systems, and use of programme data.
- Build institutional capacity within BMC for routine monitoring, performance review, and evidence-based planning.
- Mentor ward coordinators and technical staff on data management and reporting.
Required Qualifications
- Masters degree in Entomology, Medical Entomology, Zoology, Life Sciences, Public Health Entomology, or related discipline.