Sickle Cell Programme is a research programme
in the Department of Haematology and
Blood Transfusion at Muhimbili University of Health & Allied Sciences (MUHAS) in Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania. The programme conducts biomedical research, support health care, advocacy and training. The Sickle cell Programme has an employment opportunity for highly motivated and results-driven individual.
in the Department of Haematology and
Blood Transfusion at Muhimbili University of Health & Allied Sciences (MUHAS) in Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania. The programme conducts biomedical research, support health care, advocacy and training. The Sickle cell Programme has an employment opportunity for highly motivated and results-driven individual.
LABORATORY SCIENTIST (2 POSTS) – DAR ES SALAAM
Reports to Programme Coordinator.
Reports to Programme Coordinator.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Perform testing in Serology, Haematology, Chemistry, Clinical microscopy, and molecular techniques ie DNA extractions, PCR and Sequencing assays 2. Prepare items and Perform phlebotomy when need arise. 3. Perform pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical procedures on all specimens and control material received including but not limited to registration, separation and storage.
4. Reporting abnormal results to the Lab Manager or Programme Coordinator.
5. Checking and completing all the laboratory results in Laboratory Information System or register book before validation/verification by a laboratory manager/Programme coordinator.
6. Archive all the source documents after testing in the appropriate files.
7. Ensure accurate sample coordination and delivery.
8. Prepare specimen for shipping on the samples received according to the SOPs.
9. Documentation of daily operation, recalibration, preventive maintenance service and repair of the machines/analyzers in the operational, reagent, calibration, maintenance and corrective action logs.
10. Archive all the source documents after testing in the appropriate files.
11. Adhere to stock control procedures.
12. Prepare summary reports of the machines/analyzers at the end of every month.
13. Troubleshoot any technical faults of the machine using operator’s guide manual.
14. Ensure that the Lab Manager/ Programme Coordinator are advised of any problems with the equipment.
15. Any other duties as assigned by but not limited to the Lab Manager/ Programme Coordinator
1. Perform testing in Serology, Haematology, Chemistry, Clinical microscopy, and molecular techniques ie DNA extractions, PCR and Sequencing assays 2. Prepare items and Perform phlebotomy when need arise. 3. Perform pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical procedures on all specimens and control material received including but not limited to registration, separation and storage.
4. Reporting abnormal results to the Lab Manager or Programme Coordinator.
5. Checking and completing all the laboratory results in Laboratory Information System or register book before validation/verification by a laboratory manager/Programme coordinator.
6. Archive all the source documents after testing in the appropriate files.
7. Ensure accurate sample coordination and delivery.
8. Prepare specimen for shipping on the samples received according to the SOPs.
9. Documentation of daily operation, recalibration, preventive maintenance service and repair of the machines/analyzers in the operational, reagent, calibration, maintenance and corrective action logs.
10. Archive all the source documents after testing in the appropriate files.
11. Adhere to stock control procedures.
12. Prepare summary reports of the machines/analyzers at the end of every month.
13. Troubleshoot any technical faults of the machine using operator’s guide manual.
14. Ensure that the Lab Manager/ Programme Coordinator are advised of any problems with the equipment.
15. Any other duties as assigned by but not limited to the Lab Manager/ Programme Coordinator