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Laboratory Advisor Job at Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC)
Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC)
Job Description
The Laboratory Advisor will work in collaboration with the district teams to provide technical oversight to quality laboratory management systems for continuity of prioritized lifesaving HIV/TB services in the Ankole region districts. S/he will work closely with district leadership and collaborate with laboratory national mechanisms/institutions towards Laboratory systems strengthening for lifesaving services provision in the region.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
- Work with program and district/site teams toward strengthening the hub/hub network for sample and result transport / referral for Viral Load, EID PCR, CD4, sputum, serology and chemistry within acceptable Turn Around Times (TATs).
- Work plan & work with Program officers and their respective district hub coordinators in skilling district/site-based laboratory teams in provision of quality comprehensive HIV/TB laboratory services, commodity management and quality assurance.
- Work closely with the logistics/Supply chain Advisor to ensure accurate, complete laboratory orders and timely redistributions within the supported facilities/districts.
- Collaborate with the locum program officers to conduct laboratory systems related quality controls, namely quality control inspections and high-quality documentation of lab processes across the supported laboratories.
- 5. Monitor the implementation of Laboratory accreditation processes and WHO AFRO SLMTA accreditation standards.
- Monitor equipment functionality including periodic service, maintenance and repair.
- Monitor Biosafety and waste management practices in laboratories, and institute measures to enhance compliance with the EMMP.
- Develop Laboratory master concepts, implementation plans & budgets and Activity reports as per stipulated timelines.
- Contribute to documentation of the best laboratory services practices, success stories, abstracts in the supported districts/region.
- Perform any other duties as requested and assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
All applications must be addressed to: The Head Human Resources, Joint Clinical Research Centre, Plot 101 Lubowa Campus off Entebbe Road, P.O Box 10005, Kampala-Uganda. Email: jobs@jcrc.org.ug The application deadline is Friday 23rd January 2026 at 05:00 pm. Strictly one PDF document is required, application letter and CV not exceeding 6 pages, mentioning the job title as the subject matter, i.e. Laboratory Advisor – Ankole Region.
Note: JCRC is an equal opportunity employer. Any attempts of influencing the recruitment process will lead to automatic disqualification. Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted or considered.
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