Medical Laboratory Scientist at PEPHLA Global Nigeria Limited

Role and Responsibilities

• To work closely with colleagues to perform speedy and accurate processing of samples, validate results, and supervise junior staff (where applicable) to provide a high-quality service to all laboratory users.
• Able to use a bike to collect samples and deliver results.
• Maintain and enforce good laboratory practices to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Monitor and ensure the timely completion of tests to meet turnaround time targets.
• Uphold excellent quality standards for all laboratory-generated results.
• Review internal and external quality reports to identify areas for improvement and ensure optimal laboratory performance.
• To contribute to the development and implementation of new standard operating procedures.
• To efficiently manage operational resources, including reagents, consumables, and kits.
• Generate periodic reports on medical laboratory performance to inform decision-making and facilitate process improvements.
• To ensure proper functioning of laboratory equipment and adherence to set timelines for equipment maintenance and servicing.

Requirements

• A minimum of Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (BMLS) with a current practising license issued by the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) is required. A Master of Medical Laboratory Science will be a distinct advantage.
• Desirable - Multidisciplinary expertise (desirable): Have 3+ years' continuous experience in Blood Transfusion, Medical Microbiology, Haematology, Chemical Pathology, and Molecular Biology.
• Experience with a wide array of analysers, both for point-of-care and laboratory-based applications.
• Certification in quality management systems is desirable, but work experience in an ISO-accredited facility (or other healthcare accreditation) could suffice.

Salary
N100,000 - N200,000 / Month Depending on experience and skills.