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  • Posted: Nov 27, 2016
    Deadline: Not specified
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    FHI 360 (formerly Family Health International) is a nonprofit human development organization based in North Carolina. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories


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    Technical Officer - Laboratory Technologist

    Description:

    Provides laboratory mentorship with technical assistance, capacity building, training, and quality assurance services. In addition, prepares laboratory procedures and manuals and trains staff in their use. Prepares reports and supports the follow-up of technical assistance and assessment visits to include corrective actions and capacity building initiatives to medical laboratories serving the public health project.

    Job Summary / Responsibilities:

    Working closely with Laboratory Specialist as well as regional multidisciplinary mentorship teams and capacity laboratory in providing technical assistance to ensure and enhance the quality of laboratory services. Specifically, the key responsibilities are:

    • Work closely with facility based laboratory staff to provide laboratory technical assistance as needed and requested as part of overall mentorship improvement schemes.
    • Provide mentorship and coaching of laboratory staff in the respective regions to include OJT and support supervision.
    • In close collaboration with laboratory management support the follow-up of needed corrective and preventive actions.
    • Assist laboratories and capacity laboratory hire with development of routine SOP development and internal quality control interpretation/EQA.
    • Support selected laboratories with preparation towards the implementation of ISO15189/WHO-AFRO accreditation process.
    • Provide laboratory improvement report of all the laboratories within his/her allocated region within the agreed time period.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, ABILITIES, EXPERTISE AND COMPLEXITY :

    • Working knowledge of laboratory ISO 15189/WHO AFRO implementation
    • Proven capability and direct experience in clinical and research laboratory functions and services, including in resource constrained settings.
    • Resourceful and creative thinker with the ability to develop simple and efficient solutions and recommendations.
    • Excellent attention to detail.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills, particularly diplomacy.
    • Good in both written and spoken English and report writing.
    • Direct experience developing and delivering trainings in laboratory sciences.
    • Experience in an accredited lab or a lab undergoing accreditation will be an added advantage

    Qualifications:

    BS/BA in relevant field with 5-7 years or Higher National Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or equivalent with at least 7-9 years related work experience within a clinical or research laboratory including experience with laboratory quality control and quality assurance systems and implementation; Supervisory experience is preferred. Ability and aptitude to provide laboratory accreditation mentorship services and to perform quality assurance assessments against accepted national and international standards and regulations.

    This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

    We offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package. Please click here at https://jobs-fhi360.icims.com/jobs to visit FHI 360’s Career Center for a list of all open positions.

    FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. at http://www.fhi360.org/careers/eeo FHI 360 is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to FHI360 NGO on jobs-fhi360.icims.com to apply

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