Laboratory Program Specialist at Health Initiatives for Safety and Stability in Africa (HIFASS)

Employment Nigeria 25-Mar-2016 LAGOS , Science

Health Initiatives for Safety and Stability in Africa (HIFASS), is a non-profit organization registered in 2007 in Nigeria with a core objective of expanding quality health care and treatment in Africa. Over the years HIFASS has provided manpower and associated technical support to PEPFAR HIV/AIDS program, USAID and World Bank funded projects in Nigeria and further more played a role in the management of personnel services.

POSITION : Laboratory Program Specialist - Molecular Diagnosis

Basic Functions

Under the direct supervision of the Laboratory Manager, 68 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital Yaba, incumbent will be responsible for providing support to the DODWRP-N - Nigerian Ministry of Defence (NMOD) President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) program.
In particular, S/he will provide technical and scientific support, in line with Program’s mission through molecular diagnosis, PEPFAR program activities, data management and research protocol execution when necessary. These activities include HIV, HCV, HBV viral loads and HIV-1 Early Infant Diagnosis, as well as analyze and interpret the data obtained.

Essential Job Functions, Duties and Responsibilities

RNA and DNA extraction of HIV, HCV, HBV, and STI pathogens and other organisms of program/research interest. - Nucleic acid based-PCR, detection and analysis of data/results.
Internal quality control of the molecular assays and monitoring of the controls (e.g LJ charting)
Validation and verification of molecular assays results
Troubleshooting of failed assays
Performing root cause analysis, remedial action, and corrective action
Molecular Laboratory equipment maintenance according to schedule
Participation in internal and EQA program
Development, review and revision of all job related SOPs and aids
CAP/ISO accreditation preparedness
Adherence to good laboratory practice (GLP) and QA/QC/QMS
Contribution to work of committees such as organization’s safety and or ethical review boards
Preparation of budgets/quantification and supply orders
Provision of monthly /regular updates of progress to PEPFAR Laboratory manager through the unit's head
Responds to technical and logistical problems encountered in the laboratory in a timely and appropriate manner, including coordination of samples shipments from and to PEPFAR/Research sites
Any other duties assigned by the PEPFAR Laboratory Program Manager through the Lab Manager, 68 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital Yaba
Report Viral load and EID samples analyzed in the laboratory disaggregated by age, sex and level of viral suppression on a monthly basis.

Management and Relationships

As directed by the PEPAFR Laboratory Program Manager, the post holder will report to the Laboratory Manager, 68 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital Yaba; and maintain a horizontal relationship with head molecular unit of Defense Reference Laboratory Abuja.
Have line management responsibilities for some technical staff within the molecular unit of 68 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital Yaba
Promote and support the implementation of relevant safety rules
He/She will supervise a small team of technical staff within the molecular department.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences.
Registered and licensed by the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria.
Minimum of 3years experience in molecular diagnosis of HIV/AIDS, Malaria, and TB
Practical experience with TaqpMan 96 is an added advantage.

Skills/Abilities

Management of integrated laboratory services.
Experience in supervision of laboratory staff.
Ability to train and mentor staff in laboratory detection and diagnosis of infectious diseases.
Good understanding of laboratory military program and net-working.
Knowledge of Internal and External Quality Control programs in laboratory services.
Excellent computer skill (including laboratory information system)
Ability to work as a part of a team, but self-managing of own time
Excellent written and oral communication skills

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Cover letter and Resume to The Human Resources Manager (HIFASS) via e-mail in MS Word Doc format to:careers@hifass-hfi.org specifying the Job position as Subject of the mail.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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Laboratory Program Specialist at Health Initiatives for Safety and Stability in Africa (HIFASS)

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