Senior Principal Laboratory Technologist Assistant Director (Laboratory Services) Senior Assistant Director (Laboratory Services)

Job Details

served for a minimum period of three (3) years in the grade of Principal Laboratory Technologist, Job Group ‘N’ or in a comparable and relevant position in the public service;
a Diploma in any of the following fields:- Applied sciences (Analytical/Applied chemistry, Biology), Medical laboratory Technology, Biotechnology, Food Science and Technology from a recognized institution;
a Higher Diploma in any of the following:- Applied Sciences (Analytical/Applied Chemistry, Biology), Medical Laboratory Technology, Food Science and Technology, Environmental Chemistry, Parasitology, Haematology, Histology and Cytology or Biological Sciences, from a recognized institution;
a Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution; and
demonstrated professional and managerial capabilities in work performance and results.

Responsibilities
Specific duties and responsibilities at this level include:

liaising and collaborating with regional and international reference laboratories and research institutions for exchange of Laboratory findings;
coordinating safe laboratory waste disposal;
managing laboratory supplies;
facilitating technical evaluation for laboratory supplies/equipment standards;
providing technical advice on bio-security matters;
ensuring adherence to good laboratory practice; and
implementing and maintaining laboratory operations standards (ISO 17025).

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