Principal Laboratory Analyst (research, Innovation & Knowledge Management) - 2 Posts

Job Specifications:

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail;

• Performance verification of columns, class A glassware and methods of analysis;
• Implementing biosafety and biosecurity framework in the Laboratory;
• Adherence to the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) instructions for each chemical;
• Managing of Analytical samples by ensuring that they are well labelled, sorted and stored appropriately as per the manufacturer requirements;
• Implementing quality management system and risk strategies;
• Participating in internal audits including carrying out investigations, undertaking Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs);
• Cleaning of specialized equipment;
• Implementing the Laboratory's waste management plan and procedures; and
• Participating in surveys including Post market Surveillances of HPTs.

Person Specifications:

For appointment to this grade, an Officer must have:

• Cumulative service period of nine (9) years' relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been at the grade of Senior Laboratory Analyst or in a comparable position;
• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Membership to a professional body and Registration Certificate where applicable;
• Management Course not lasting less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution; and
• Proficiency in computer application.