Laboratory Specialist at National AIDS, Sexually Transmitted Infections Control and Hepatitis Programme (NASCP)

Job Overview

Location
Lagos, FCT
Job Type
Full Time
Date Posted
11 days ago

Additional Details

Job ID
130333
Job Views
27

Job Description






Background




  • This officer will work with other team members in the Laboratory component of NASCP, ensuring the overall management and coordination of laboratory services in line with the grant’s goals.

  • S/he will provide support in ensuring the procurement and supply chain management system of laboratory commodities to reduce stock-outs, lower costs and eliminate wastage.



Responsibilities




  • Develop and implement training programmes and build capacity of laboratory staff both national and in the states.

  • Establish and maintain quality assurance systems to ensure accurate and reliable testing, implementing SOPs, conducting proficiency tests, perform internal quality control, and participate in external quality assessment programmes

  • Ensure availability of diagnostics services for HIV especially EID.

  • Collaborating with other stakeholders in NASCP/SASCP and the PMU team in ensuring effective coordination of laboratory services in both national and states



Qualifications & Skills

Academic Qualification:




  • A first degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or a related discipline and a post graduate qualification in Lab sciences with a minimum of 7 years post NYSC

  • A current certificate from the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)



Experience:




  • He/she should have a good analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Attention to details, proficiency in laboratory techniques and procedures

  • Have a strong understanding of laboratory protocol

  • Effective communication skills and the ability to work with team members



Deliverables:




  • Ensure the availability of laboratory supplies, reagents and equipment.

  • Develop procurement plans, monitor stock levels, and manage inventory to prevent stockouts during the period of the grant

  • Collecting, analyzing and reporting laboratory data as required by the grant



Contracting & Accountability:




  • The officer will be accountable to the Head Laboratory.



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