Laboratory Technologist at Desmond Tutu Health Foundation

• The main purpose of this position is to provide laboratory support for all studies at the DTHF Philippi Village Research Site, including both clinical trials and implementation projects.

Job Requirements

• National Diploma in Medical Technology registered with HPCSA as a Medical Laboratory Technologist
• At least 2 years’ working experience as a Technologist, preferably in a clinical drug trials environment
• Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP)
• Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
• Computer Literate (MS Office)
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Client Service skills
• Ability to build interpersonal relationships
• Decision-making skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Planning and organizing skills
• Attention to detail
• Resource management skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Stress tolerant skills 
• Valid Driver’s license

Advantageous:

• Tertiary qualification in a life science field
• Transportation of dangerous Goods/ International Air Transport Association Training Certificate (IATA)
• Human Subjects Protection (HSP) 

Responsibilities:

Laboratory testing and processing:

• Ensure appropriate identification and collection of specimens.
• Ensure correct processing of specimens in the lab.
• Perform Rapid and other point-of-care tests (e.g. GXP) and report results.
• Prepare specimens for collection and liaise with laboratory with regards courier collection.
• Inform study coordinator of abnormal results as per study protocol.

Laboratory Administration:

• Maintain up to date inventory control. 
• Liaise with local laboratories when resolving queries. 
• Manage laboratory documentation and Standard Operating Procedures. 
• Responsible for maintaining equipment and    calibrations. 

Laboratory Facility Management:

• Ensure a safe working environment in the laboratory. 
• Supervise laboratory tasks delegated to nurses as per study requirements. 
• Prepare laboratories for audits by external research monitors. 
• Responsible for internal quality control (IQC) and external quality control (EQC) programs