Assistant Technical Officer, Laboratory Services.

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization based in North Carolina. FHI 360 operates in more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories. Established in 1971, the organization manages projects relating to family planning and reproductive health.

Job Description

To Provide technical support and implement high quality laboratory services for FHI 360 humanitarian program. Provide technical assistance and capacity building for laboratory services to FHI 360 and facility staff.

Responsibilities

• Works as part of a multidisciplinary team of international and national staff to provide high quality patient care to an extremely vulnerable population.
• Process specimens, conduct testing and report test results with constant attention to detail and excellence in quality.
• Operates laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Keep organized records of specimens, tests, instrument logs, and technical analyses according to written instructions.
• Recognizes problems and errors and seek corrective actions.
• Adheres to the relevant Code of conduct and Ethics Conduct and document appropriate quality control and assurance procedures.
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Educational requirements

• BSc in Laboratory sciences or related field with at least 3 years post National Youth Service experience in provision of laboratory support.
• Knowledge of advanced laboratory procedures, diagnosis and management related to care and treatment is required with some experience in a humanitarian area preferred.
• Certification of license to practice as a medical laboratory scientist is required.
• Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health system and NGOs and CBOs highly desirable.
• Previous experience working in a humanitarian crisis is highly desirable.

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Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:

• Knowledge of Quality Assurance and Quality Control.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and techniques for the following categories of assays Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the social, political and ethical issues in the community.
• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, subcontractors, consultants, and recipients of assistance.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision.

Method of Application

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