Experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist

Location: Harare, Zimbabwe. Employment type: Full-Time. Department: Medical Laboratory Services.

About the organisation

We are a growing medical laboratory committed to providing accurate, reliable and timely diagnostic laboratory services. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our professional team.

Key responsibilities

• Performing and reviewing laboratory investigations in accordance with approved procedures.
• Conducting diagnostic testing in areas including Microbiology, Haematology, Clinical Chemistry, Serology/Immunology and Molecular Diagnostics.
• Performing specimen reception, processing and analysis while maintaining sample integrity.
• Operating, maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory analysers and equipment.
• Preparing reagents, controls and quality-control materials.
• Monitoring and documenting Internal Quality Control (IQC) and participating in External Quality Assessment (EQA) programmes.
• Ensuring compliance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), laboratory SOPs and health and safety requirements.
• Maintaining accurate laboratory records and entering results into the laboratory information system.
• Reviewing and validating results and escalating critical or abnormal findings appropriately.
• Assisting with equipment maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting.
• Maintaining adequate stocks of reagents and laboratory consumables.
• Participating in audits, quality improvement initiatives and laboratory accreditation activities.
• Training and mentoring junior laboratory staff where required.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality and professional standards at all times.

Minimum qualifications & experience

• A Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science/Medical Laboratory Technology or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Registration with the Medical Laboratory and Clinical Scientists Council of Zimbabwe (MLCSCZ) and a valid practising certificate.
• At least 3–5 years' relevant post-qualification experience in a diagnostic medical laboratory.
• Strong practical experience in one or more of: Microbiology, Haematology, Clinical Chemistry/Biochemistry, Serology/Immunology, Molecular Diagnostics.
• Experience with laboratory analysers, quality-control systems and laboratory information systems.
• Good knowledge of laboratory safety, infection prevention and GLP.
• Experience with ISO 15189 or other laboratory quality/accreditation standards will be an added advantage.

Key skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet turnaround times.
• Strong commitment to patient safety and quality service delivery.
• Good computer and laboratory information system skills.

What we offer: competitive remuneration; a professional and supportive working environment; opportunities for professional development and training; exposure to modern laboratory technologies and diagnostic services.

How to apply: submit your CV, copies of relevant qualifications, proof of MLCSCZ registration/practising certificate and at least two professional references to [email protected] with the subject "Application – Medical Laboratory Scientist". Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.