SYNLAB Nigeria, formerly PathCare Laboratories, brought excellence in medical diagnostics to Nigeria in 2004, offering quality diagnostic care to families and supporting medical professionals with specialized expertise. We are trusted by millions to provide reliable medical testing and to deliver fast and accurate results.
We are looking for a qualified Medical Laboratory Scientist to undertake a variety of laboratory procedures of technical nature. You will be handling sensitive equipment to analyze samples or substances and conduct tests reporting findings to a laboratory manager.
The ideal candidate will have experience in working under possibly hazardous conditions (e.g. pathogens or chemicals).
He/She will be well-trained to maintain safety conditions and will be passionate for doing work that makes things move forward. The goal is to optimize lab procedures and succeed in producing reliable and important results that can be used to make a difference.
Responsibilities
Receive and analyze samples (blood, toxic, tissue etc.)
Design and execute laboratory testing according standard procedures, make observations and interpret findings
Conduct experiments under defined conditions to verify/reject various types of hypotheses using refined scientific methods
Organize and store all chemicals substances, fluids and compressed gases according to safety instructions
Record all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility
Maintain equipment and assist in ordering laboratory supplies
Ensure that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintain a clean and orderly environment
Requirements
Degree in Medical Lab Science.
Proven experience as Lab Scientist
Experience in operating electrical and nonelectrical laboratory equipment and potentially dangerous substances (flammable liquids, infectious bacteria, biohazards etc.)
In depth knowledge of QHSE Systems, preventative measures and laboratory best practices
Excellent physical condition and endurance
Working knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel) and database systems
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