Job Description

Main purpose of the job:

• To handle, process, store, log, test, interpret, prepare, and report on all specimens/reagents according to the required protocols or accepted methods while adhering to GCLP (Good Clinical Lab Practice) guidelines

Location:

• NICD - 1 Modderfontein Road, Sandringham - Johannesburg

Key performance areas:

• Receive labeled and captured samples from the Clinic as defined by the protocol or required by the sponsor or PI
• Fill in the CRF checklist to see what processing is required
• Check and verify that details on tubes and CRF correspond
• Process the samples as indicated in the study-specific protocol or defined in the SOP to set up testing for phenotypic and molecular diagnostics
• Analyse and record the results and relevant tools as stipulated in study-specific protocol/SOP
• File results in patients files or according to SOP/Protocol
• Ensure samples that need not be analyzed are kept at the correct temperatures as per study-specific protocol
• Perform instrument and manual tests. As and when required by study-specific protocol
• Re-run tests as and when required as defined by protocol or as defined per work agreement
• Follow up on incomplete tests and ensure completion thereof
• Capture manual test results on CRF or Laboratory system
• Complete QC as per study-specific protocol/SOP with internal quality control in conjunction with relevant staff
• Perform internal audits as required including freezer sample checks
• Monitoring of equipment and temperature charts daily as required
• Complete routine equipment maintenance, and calibrate the laboratory equipment as required for the operation of that particular equipment
• Prepare media and reagents to specification as required for testing
• Run various quality control procedures. As defined by the assay protocol or SOP
• Assist with stocktaking and ordering of consumables and reagents as required
• Management and storage of biohazardous waste and toxic materials as and when required in the safety manual
• Timeously report all non-conformances within the QMS to management
• Oversee the maintenance and calibration of equipment
• Prepare and attend to audits as per notifications received from QAO, sponsor, or external entity
• Develop and review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for trials, new experimental protocols and equipment
• Manage logistical shipping process of Infectious and Biological substances from the site to the designated trial Sponsor location
• Order laboratory consumables and equipment as and when required
• Liaise with Monitors and resolve queries
• Monitor and control workflows and turnaround times
• Perform relevant administration i.e. filing, copying, faxing, etc.
• Report any quality assurance issues to laboratory management
• Demonstrate cost consciousness and assist in meeting budgetary targets
• Act in a professional and friendly manner in all dealings with internal stakeholders
• Show a high level of customer centricity at all times
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrate effective self-management
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained
• Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback
• Take ownership of driving own career development by participating in ongoing training and development activities

Required minimum education and training:

• Master of Science Degree (MSc) in Microbiology
• GCP would be advantageous

Required minimum work experience:

• Minimum 2-3 years experience in a Medical Microbiology Laboratory is preferred

Professional body registration:

• HPCSA in Microbiology

Desirable additional education, work experience, and personal abilities:

• Certification in good clinical laboratory practice (GCLP) and basic health and safety
• Ordered, systematic, and analytical
• Exceptional organizational, attention to detail, and administration skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office and laboratory systems
• Able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
• Assertive and confident
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

TO APPLY:

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.
• Please Apply Online.
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications: 19 February 2024.
• Note AJ Personnel is fully POPI compliant.
• Note WHC, in accordance with their Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note:

• AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
• Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
• Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
• AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.

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