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John Snow Inc.

Position Title Lab Manager PCR Testing Services.
Supervisor Regional Director / Senior Advisor Laboratory Services.
Location Ndola, Arthur Davison Children’s Hospital

Basic function

To manage a high-complexity molecular diagnostic laboratory providing
monitoring and diagnosis of HIV infection in infants and children, viral load
(VL) testing, human papilloma virus (HPV) diagnosis and HIV drug resistance
testing.

Duties and responsibilities

1\. To provide supervisory oversight of highly complex PCR testing service at
ADCH PCR Lab which acts as a referral laboratory.
2\. Provide mentorship required to establish quality practices in the five (5)
upcoming PCR Laboratories in the SAFE catchment.
3\. To represent the PCR Laboratories in the SAFE catchment at the National
Quantification and Forecasting meetings and adequately plan for consumables
and reagents applicable to each lab.
4\. Facilitate verification and validation exercises for the different PCR
platforms approved and introduced into supported laboratories.
5\. To advise on the establishment of good inventory management systems,
logistics, commodity security and stores management.
6\. To oversee and manage the implementation of Quality Management Systems
(QMS) across all SAFE supported PCR laboratories.
7\. To devise strategies on how to sustain recently attained accreditation of
the ADCH PCR Laboratory.
8\. To participate in national studies and research activities as dictated by
the project or by MoH/Partners.
9\. To report to the National Laboratory Technical Working Group on issues
pertaining to the smooth running of the PCR laboratories under the support of
the SAFE Project.
10\. To ensure participation in all nationally approved external quality
assurance schemes.
11\. Facilitate appropriate training required to keep skills and knowledge up
to date in all PCR technical staff.
12\. To collaborate with the Tropical Diseases Research Centre (TDRC),Centre
for Infectious Disease and Research in Zambia (CIDRZ) and University Teaching
Hospital Paediatric Centre of Excellence (PCOE).
13\. To undertake such additional duties as assigned by SAFE Regional
Director/ Senior Advisor, Laboratory Services.

Qualifications and Requirements

1\. Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology with at least five years’
experience or a degree in Biomedical sciences with three years’ experience in
a high-complexity molecular laboratory.
2\. A proven track record of successful participation in EQA schemes.
3\. Experience in the implementation of quality management systems (exposure
to SLMTA Training Tool or DAIDS GCLP will be an added advantage).
4\. Excellent analytical skills with ability to interpret results making
accurate judgement and conclusions on tests performed in the laboratory.
5\. Knowledge and experience in molecular laboratory techniques.
6\. Experience in field or laboratory research and data analysis.
7\. Excellent written and verbal communication skills including report writing
in English.
8\. Good computer skills with good knowledge of office package and data
analysis software.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

1\. Knowledge of health and development programs in developing countries.
2\. Clinical management and training experience and ability to understand full
range of issues around the clinical management of HIV/AIDS, DRT & HPV,
including provision of ART.
3\. Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the social,
political and ethical issues surrounding HIV & HPV infections
4\. Well-developed written and oral communication skills.



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