Reports to Laboratory Coordinator. The incumbent is responsible for specific TB 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:
- Responsible for overseeing the operation of the TB research laboratory and carry out tests as delegated
- Supports the roll out of molecular TB rapid diagnostic platforms (e.g., Truenat and GeneXpert)
- Supports the roll out of newer TB diagnostic platforms in line with research needs
- Supports supply chain of TB laboratory commodities
- Performs sputum smear microscopy
- Implements quality assurance in the laboratory to ensure quality assured diagnosis
- Ensures timely examination of all TB samples to avoid diagnostic delays
- Supports laboratories to meet agreed timeframes and deadlines for testing and reporting results
- Ensures the Biosafety Cabinet is routinely maintained and serviced based on standard operating procedures
- Prepares budgets for the laboratory as requested by the supervisor
- Archiving of samples for storage for future use
- Maintains an excellent specimen workflow and result reporting
- Ensures proper storage of testing records and any other laboratory related document
- Supports implementation of laboratory information systems if made available
- Attends project meetings and prepare monthly reports to provide progress testing updates as required
- Ensures adherence to all standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications
- Grade 12 Certificate
- Diploma in Biomedical Sciences
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in programmatic laboratory services support
- Experience in TB diagnostic testing
- Demonstrated experience in supply chain management
- Demonstrated awareness and knowledge in TB rapid testing including microscopy
- Work under minimum supervision
