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Laboratory Technologist Job at IDRC
IDRC
Job Description
The Laboratory Technologist will be responsible for receiving, processing, and analyzing biological specimens according to study protocols and assay-specific requirements. The role involves performing HIV viral load and CD4 tests, maintaining the laboratory Quality Management System, and ensuring adherence to biosafety standards.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
- Receive, accession, and verify biological specimens from study participants against study request forms and enrolment trackers.
- Process specimens according to study SOPs and assay-specific requirements, including centrifugation, aliquoting, labelling, and storage at the appropriate temperatures.
- Maintain specimen logs and ensure full chain-of-custody traceability from receipt through testing, storage, and shipment.
- Coordinate specimen shipment to reference or partner laboratories, preparing shipping manifests and relevant documentation, and managing cold chain requirements.
- Dispose of biological waste appropriately in accordance with IDRC/KDxL biosafety protocols and applicable national guidelines.
- Perform both novel and reference HIV viral load and CD4 tests on study specimens in accordance with study SOPs and manufacturer instructions, following any training provided by product developers.
- Carry out additional assays as required by the study protocol, which may include haematology, biochemistry, sputum smear microscopy, molecular diagnostic assays, and other relevant tests.
- Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments and point-of-care platforms, performing troubleshooting and preventive maintenance per manufacturer and IDRC protocols.
- Review and validate test results prior to release; investigate and escalate discrepant, invalid, or out-of-range results to the Laboratory Manager.
- Implement blinding procedures as specified in the study protocol to minimise interpretation bias.
- Set up testing environments for healthcare worker and laboratory personnel participants during study usability assessment sessions.
- Provide standardised test training to usability assessment participants and assist with structured observation checklists during sessions.
- Document task performance metrics during usability assessments as directed.
- Record all test results accurately in paper worksheets and enter data into the REDCap electronic data capture platform using participant study numbers.
- Maintain up-to-date laboratory worksheets, instrument printouts, QC logs, reagent inventory records, and temperature logs.
- Review data for completeness and accuracy; resolve data queries in coordination with the Study Coordinator and data management team.
- Prepare and disseminate bi-weekly laboratory monitoring reports to relevant stakeholders, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely submission.
- Implement and maintain the laboratory Quality Management System in accordance with ISO 15189:2022 requirements and GCLP standards.
- Perform daily, weekly, and monthly equipment quality control, calibration, and preventive maintenance procedures, documenting all findings.
- Participate in internal and external quality assurance and proficiency testing programmes, including enrolment, testing, and documentation of results.
- Develop, implement, and periodically review laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs) in consultation with the Laboratory Manager.
- Identify non-conformances, investigate root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) in coordination with the Laboratory Manager.
- Adhere to biosafety and biosecurity protocols for all laboratory activities in accordance with ISO 15190 and applicable national and institutional safety regulations; always use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Maintain accurate inventory of reagents, consumables, and laboratory supplies; proactively raise requisitions to prevent stock-outs, verifying expiry dates, batch numbers, and storage conditions upon receipt.
- Coordinate scheduled maintenance and equipment repairs with the Laboratory Manager to ensure continuity of workflow.
- Liaise with the clinical study team regarding specimen schedules, critical results, and participant safety-related laboratory findings.
- Communicate with locally and internationally based study investigators as required, including participation in regular conference calls.
- Conduct orientation, training, and mentorship of new laboratory personnel on workflows, SOPs, and best practices.
- Support preparation for sponsor monitoring visits, audits, and IRB/regulatory inspections; maintain organised, current laboratory documentation.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by your supervisor. Duties may be revised to reflect the evolving needs of the study; you will always be consulted in advance of such changes.
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
Apply here: https://mu-ucsf.org:8086/recruitment/vacancy-details/7e26912e-ab5d-f111-a566-00155d012402
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