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• The Vice President (VP) will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, driving strategic direction, scientific excellence, and operational performance across all laboratories, Genomics, diagnostic, clinical, bioavailability (BA), and bioequivalence (BE) functions. This leader will oversee multidisciplinary teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality, regulatory-compliant services that support client objectives, advance scientific innovation, and position the company as a market leader in the medical research and diagnostic space.

Job Description

Strategic Leadership:

• Define and execute the strategic vision for laboratory research, genomics, diagnostic, clinical, BA/BE operations with full ownership and accountability of P&L.
• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities and service offerings aligned with market trends and client needs.
• Partner with the executive leadership team to shape company growth, innovation, and service expansion.

Scientific, Regulatory and Operational Oversight:

• Provide scientific leadership and oversight of preclinical, analytical, diagnostic, and clinical research programs.
• Ensure optimal execution of BA/BE studies in compliance with international regulatory standards (e.g., NAFDAC, FDA, EMA, ICH, GCP, GLP).
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and innovation in laboratory and clinical operations.
• Lead enterprise-wide efforts in collaboration with cross functional teams to ensure audit readiness, risk mitigation, and resolution of findings.
• Maintain full compliance with all applicable regulatory and accreditation standards (e.g., MLSCN, ISO, CAP).
• Oversee the development and enforcement of SOPs, quality systems, and data integrity standards.
• Responsible for the operational excellence and supply chain efficiency of the organization.

Client and Partner Engagement:

• Serve as the senior scientific and operational point of contact for key clients, regulatory bodies, and industry partners.
• Guide proposal development, project planning, and client communications to ensure satisfaction and retention.
• Represent the company at industry conferences, scientific forums, and regulatory meetings.

Leadership and People Management

• Provides overall leadership and direction for the achievement of agreed targets/objectives for the organization.

· Build and mentor high-performing scientific and operational teams across departments.

• Foster a culture of scientific excellence, ethical conduct, and promoting the company`s core values (Integrity, Teamwork, Equity, Excellence, Innovation, Learning and Adaptability) and a strong team culture.
• Supports the implementation and facilitation of relevant workshops and training courses
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization.

Requirements

Education.

• PhD/Master's Degree or equivalent advanced degree in medical microbiology, genomics, pathology, medical laboratory science, public health, life sciences or related field.

Experience

• Minimum of fifteen (15) years’ relevant or related post-graduation experience, with at least five (5) years’ experience in a senior laboratory management, clinical research, and/or bioanalytical services position.
• Registered with the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)
• Possession of a current annual practicing license
• ISO 15189 (Medical Laboratory QMS) training will be added advantage
• Proven track record overseeing BA/BE studies, clinical trials, or diagnostic services in a regulated environment.
• Deep understanding of global regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA, WHO) and industry best practices.
• Strong business acumen, with experience managing budgets, P&L, and cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with laboratory automation, LIMS, and digital health technologies.
• Experience in strengthening diagnostic networks including supporting elements, such as specimen transport, biosafety, supervision, mentorship, and quality assurance
• Knowledge of mycobacteriology laboratory work, solid and liquid culture and/or other diagnostics

Skills

• People Management
• Knowledge of Clinical Laboratory services
• Laboratory Data Management
• Diagnostics
• Integrity
• Confidentiality
• Leadership
• Strategic Orientation
• Business Acumen
• Quality Assurance
• Detail Orientation
• Use of medical software and databases
• Problem Solving.

Competencies

• Accountability
• Business & Industry Knowledge
• Customer Orientation
• Communication
• Commercial Awareness
• Entrepreneurial Orientation
• Innovation and Creativity
• Leadership and People Management
• Operational Efficiency
• Professionalism
• Teamwork
• Technology Application
• Relationship Management.

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Primary responsibilities

• You will be responsible for supporting management to deliver organizational targets through KPI tracking, goal management, and execution discipline ensuring priorities are clear, progress is visible, risks are escalated early, and teams stay aligned to outcomes.

KPI, OKR & organizational goal tracking

• Build and maintain KPI/OKR dashboards (weekly and monthly) across key functions.
• Track targets vs. actuals, identify variance drivers, and propose corrective actions with owners and timelines.
• Maintain a single source of truth for organizational priorities, milestones, and performance metrics.
• Prepare concise performance summaries for CEO and leadership meetings; highlight wins, risks, blockers, and decisions needed.

CEO office operating cadence & execution follow-through

• Run the CEO operating rhythm: meeting agendas, weekly priorities, monthly reviews, and quarterly planning preparation.
• Document action items, assign owners, track due dates, and follow up to closure; ensure decisions translate into execution.
• Create and maintain a cross-functional initiative tracker covering strategic projects and key deliverables.
• Escalate slippage and bottlenecks early with options, trade-offs, and recommended next steps.

Strategic initiatives & project coordination

• Support Management-led initiatives
• Coordinate project plans, workstreams, timelines, and stakeholder inputs; ensure deliverables are complete and on time.
• Develop simple project artifacts: briefs, timelines, RAID logs (risks/actions/issues/decisions), and stakeholder communication notes.
• Work with internal leads and external consultants to maintain momentum and clarity across complex initiatives.

Reporting, presentations & executive communications

• Draft executive-ready updates, one-pagers, and slide decks for leadership, partners, and internal alignment.
• Prepare meeting packs, executive summaries, and performance reports with clear narrative and data support.
• Support board/advisory preparation as needed: timelines, KPI snapshots, decisions required, and follow-up tracking.
• Maintain organized records of key decisions, policies, and leadership communications.

Data, systems & process improvement

• Improve reporting reliability by defining data inputs, owners, update cadence, and quality checks.
• Help implement lightweight systems for tracking (e.g., Smartsheet/Asana/Notion/Jira/Sheets) and standardize templates.
• Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to reduce delays, improve handoffs, and increase accountability.
• Support documentation control for operational SOPs and key internal processes as needed.

Administrative and coordination support

• Provide high-quality coordination support to the Management: scheduling, preparation for key meetings, and stakeholder coordination.
• Assist with travel planning and logistics when required; ensure agendas and materials are prepared in advance.
• Coordinate internal events/workshops for planning, quarterly reviews, and cross-functional alignment sessions.
• Act as a reliable point of contact for follow-ups and operational coordination across leadership and teams.

To be successful in the role, you will have

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Public Health, Life Sciences, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of experience in operations, strategy, project coordination, program management, consulting, or executive office support.
• Strong quantitative skills and comfort working with KPIs, dashboards, and performance reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and PowerPoint/Google Slides; able to create clear executive materials.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to synthesize complex information into clear actions.
• Strong organizational and stakeholder management skills; able to coordinate across senior leaders and teams.
• High discretion and professionalism; comfortable handling sensitive information and executive priorities.

Highly desirable (preferred)

• Experience supporting a CEO/COO office or leading operational cadence in a fast-growing organization.
• Experience with OKR frameworks, KPI trees, and operating rhythms (weekly business reviews, monthly performance reviews).
• Familiarity with clinical research, healthcare operations, biotech, or regulated environments (GCP/GxP awareness is a plus).
• Proficiency with project management tools (Asana, Jira, Smartsheet, Notion, Monday.com, etc.).
• Experience building templates and systems that improve organizational execution and transparency.

Key competencies

• Execution mindset and accountability focus
• Strong analytical thinking and structured problem solving
• Attention to detail with ability to manage multiple priorities
• Clear written communication and concise executive reporting
• Cross-functional coordination and stakeholder influence
• High integrity, discretion, and professional maturity
• Continuous improvement mindset and comfort building structure in early-stage environments