Job Details

Reports to Laboratory Coordinator. The incumbent is responsible for specific diagnostic/laboratory support and work in close collaboration with clinical team on the project. S/he will oversee research laboratory activities including couriering of samples for additional diagnostic tests.

Main Duties:

• Acquires and maintains a comprehensive understanding of the study protocol and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Receives, logs, and processes biological samples according to established protocols.
• Ensures proper labelling, storage, and disposal of samples.
• Performs rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) as per the study protocol, ensuring accurate and timely results and prepares samples for further testing (e.g., PCR) as required.
• Conducts fieldwork activities, including setting up and monitoring mosquito traps, and enrolling and sampling participants from DIC households/neighborhoods as per study protocol.
• Implements and maintains quality control measures for all laboratory procedures and reagents.
• Accurately records laboratory results and ensure timely data entry into relevant databases and support data analysis and reporting as required
• Ensures proper functioning and regular maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Adheres to strict biosafety protocols to protect staff and the environment.
• Participates in ongoing training and capacity building activities to enhance laboratory skills.
• Works closely with the research nurse and other team members to ensure efficient study conduct.
• Provides regular updates on laboratory activities to the study coordinator.
• Assists with management of laboratory supplies and reagents.
• Contributes to the development and improvement of laboratory protocols.
• Assists in the daily routine work of MOH health Facilities as support staff while prioritizing CIDRZ primary project work
• Other study related tasks as assigned by the study team.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 certificate
• Diploma in Bio-Medical Sciences or Recognized equivalent
• 2 years’ experience
• Experience in routine diagnostic setting or research setting.
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of Zambia
• In possession of a Valid Practicing License
• Ability to work under minimum supervision
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• The lab technologist will be required to maintain validated Professional Practicing License.

Suitably qualified candidates are invited to apply. However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.