Laboratory Specialist , frican Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET), Uganda

The goal of this fellowship is to provide a training-through-service opportunity for a diploma holder in biomedical science (minimum) to obtain experience in TB laboratory bench-work and management. Through this experience, the Fellow will provide direct technical assistance to the National TB and Leprosy Control Program (NTLP) of the Ministry of Health-Uganda for TB control epidemiology, advocacy, and strengthening of the translation of public health science to action.
Title: laboratory Specialist Duration: One year with possible renewal Application deadline: 1st February 2013 Duty station: Ministry of Health, Mbale Regional Referral Hospital, Mbale, Uganda.
OBJECTIVES:
  • Support the Mbale Regional Referral Hospital to (1) improve the laboratory detection of TB; (2) collaborate with clinical specialists, epidemiologists, and other relevant personnel to improve records management; (3) Support improved quality of laboratory practice at Mbale Regional Referral Hospital; and (4) support the operations research agenda of the NTLP.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Over the period of performance, the incumbent will receive advanced training in TB control epidemiology and interventions, under the mentorship and technical supervision of the Program Manager, NTLP and the Director, National TB Reference Laboratory. Additional technical assistance will be provided by the Africa Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET), U.S. CDC Uganda/ Atlanta, and other MOH technical partners. The incumbent will be based at the laboratory of the Mbale Regional Referral Hospital, working with the NTLP, districts, and other key stakeholders. The incumbent will support implementation of routine TB laboratory activities, including external quality assurance, and develop competency in the following areas:
1. Comprehensive knowledge of the Laboratory Quality Management Systems strategy, including:
  • Facilities and safety: Conducting quality TB laboratory practices and a safe work environment for staff
  • Equipment: Managing TB laboratory equipment, including maintenance and calibration
  • Purchasing and inventory: following procedures for managing inventory, maintaining adequate supplies and avoiding downtime due to supply shortages
  • Process control
  • TB laboratory assessments
  • TB laboratory customer service: knowledge, of implementing programs for monitoring and improving customer service.
  • Occurrence management: implementing programs for monitoring and improving occurrence management.
  • Process improvement: familiarity with process improvement
  • Documentation and records: experience with implementing programs for managing documents and records, experience with implementing standard operating procedures.
  • Information management: experience in adhering to paper based and/or electronic management systems
  • Organization: knowledge of laboratory personnel roles and responsibilities, and other factors needed for a successful laboratory quality management system
2. Specific technical knowledge of and/or familiarity with core diagnostic procedures performed in mycobacteriology laboratories, laboratory configuration, and biosafety:
  • Supporting the specimen transport and referral network
  • Support external quality assurance activities of the region, especially EQA second controllers to the districts, with periodic QA from the NTRL
  • AFB sputum smear microscopy
  • Mycobacterial culture technique
  • Identification and susceptibility techniques
  • Biosafety/infection control in mycobacteriology laboratories
Specific deliverables include the following:
  1. Monthly and quarterly program activity reports
  2. Quarterly EQA reports, including identified gaps and recommendations, shared with relevant stakeholders
  3. One lab assessment conducted (on an aspect of laboratory practice)and a quality improvement project designed and implemented to support RRH laboratory adherence across select core aspect(s) of Laboratory QMS strategy, as prioritized in consultation with the RRH, NTLP and National TB Referral Laboratory
  4. At least one special study designed and implemented

Requirement:

  • Diploma in Biomedical Science (Minimum)
  • At least 3-years prior experience working with TB as a laboratory scientist
  • Commitment and interest to strengthening TB control in Uganda.
  • Willingness to live and work in Mbale.

How to apply:

BENEFITS:
  • A competitive remuneration
Submit your resume, application letter, and relevant documentation to:
The Administration & Human Resource Office African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) Email:sec@afenet.net
Please note that all applications should be sent online.
  • ONLY successful candidates shall be contacted for an interview.
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