In delivering \u2018Social Science that makes a difference,\u2019 the Research Programmes of the Human Sciences Research Council initiate and undertake policy-oriented research projects and programmes from its offices in Cape Town, Durban, Pietermaritzburg, Port Elizabeth, and Pretoria. Its public-purpose mandate is set out in the Human Sciences Research Council Act of 2008.<\/p>\n
The Centre for Community Based Research (CCBR) exists within the Division of Human and Social Capabilities. The mission of the CCBR is to understand, identify and improve community wellbeing by exploring, describing, and addressing health, education, and quality of life through novel mixed methods approaches that combines multidisciplinary capacities, and to serve as a hub for knowledge generation, capacity building and training. Through engagement and advocacy for community-informed approaches, the CCBR is a champion for this work within the Division and across the HSRC. The CCBR currently have staff in both Durban and Pietermaritzburg with plans to grow activities and capacity beyond the borders of the Sweetwaters.<\/p>\n
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Job Title: Laboratory Technician<\/strong> Job Summary:<\/strong> Analyze, interpret, and produce participant results:<\/strong> Quality assurance and control:<\/strong> Laboratory administration:<\/strong> Requirements:<\/strong>
\nLocation:<\/strong> Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
\nReference #:<\/strong> HSCT0821
\nContract Type:<\/strong> Contract 12 Months
\nSalary:<\/strong> Market Related<\/p>\n
\nThe CCBR is looking for a suitably qualified person to take on the duties of Laboratory Technician to analyze, interpret and produce participant results from human specimens and to implement and maintain the quality management system for the laboratory. The successful candidate will primarily work on a multi-year HIV prevention trial. The Laboratory Technician will report to the Project Director and work closely with the senior management team, cross project units, project team and site support staff to successfully implement their role. This position is offered on a 12month contract.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022Receive labeled and captured samples from Data Capturer
\n\u2022Check and verify that details on tubes and labels correspond
\n\u2022Check the suitability of samples to be analyzed \u2013 no clots, not haemolysed
\n\u2022Perform instrument and manual tests for Hematology
\n\u2022Perform testing in Chemistry, Serology, and Molecular PCR
\n\u2022Analyze and interpret the results
\n\u2022Capture manual test results on a laboratory information system
\n\u2022Print the test results and correlate data<\/p>\n
\n\u2022Monitor professional body registrations and CPD
\n\u2022Perform internal and external quality control in conjunction with colleagues
\n\u2022Perform internal audits
\n\u2022Report all non-conformances within the QMS to management
\n\u2022Conform to accreditation requirements
\n\u2022Conduct maintenance and calibration of equipment
\n\u2022Review and implement changes to SOPs in order to ensure the laboratory is constantly able to provide high quality, cost-effective and correct results<\/p>\n
\n\u2022Monitor and control stock levels and advise if goods have to be ordered
\n\u2022Monitor and control workflows and turnaround times
\n\u2022Perform relevant administration i.e. filing, copying, emailing, etc.
\n\u2022Report any quality control issues to laboratory management
\n\u2022Demonstrate cost consciousness and assists in meeting budgetary targets
\n\u2022Monitor equipment calibration and maintenance to ensure accurate and reliable results
\n\u2022Assist with training on new SOP\u2019s
\nReceiving and processing of samples (When required)
\n\u2022Assist in receiving when necessary, verify if the information on the sample is as the laboratory requisition form
\n\u2022Decide following the SOP whether specimens are suitable for analysis and processing
\n\u2022Analysis of specimen<\/p>\n
\n\u2022National Diploma in Medical Technology or equivalent
\n\u2022Discipline-specific: Clinical Pathology
\n\u2022Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) registration as a medical technologist in the listed disciplines
\n\u2022Minimum 2 years of experience as a Medical Technologist
\nPreference will be given to candidates who have:
\n\u2022Certification in good clinical laboratory practice (GCLP) and basic health and safety
\n\u2022Attendance of CEU courses
\n\u2022Exceptional organizational and administration skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office and laboratory systems (e.g. MediTech)
\n\u2022Able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
\n\u2022Able to operate in a pathology laboratory where health and safety must be applied at all times
\n\u2022Work well in a pressurized environment in meeting turnaround times in high volumes
\n\u2022Liaise and maintain effective working relationships with external laboratories, Clinicians, Couriers, Medical Representatives, equipment suppliers, and Technicians.<\/p>\n