LABORATORY SCIENTISTS

Remuneration: N400,000 – N500,000 (based on experience) + benefits

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos

To conduct a wide range of tests on samples like blood, tissues, and body fluids to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. To analyze, interpret, and report on these results, using various laboratory equipment and techniques. Additionally, you’ll ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results by maintaining quality control measures and adhering to safety protocols.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Performing Laboratory Tests:

Analyzing Samples: Laboratory scientists examine and analyze blood, bodily fluids (like urine, cerebrospinal fluid), tissues, and cells.

Identifying Microorganisms: They locate and identify potentially harmful microorganisms in samples.

Testing for Drug Levels: They test blood for drug levels to measure the effectiveness of treatments.

Analyzing Chemical Composition: They analyze the chemical makeup of body fluids.

Performing Differential Cell Counts: They perform counts to identify abnormal cells, aiding in the diagnosis of conditions like anemia and leukemia.

Cross-matching Blood: They cross-match blood for transfusion purposes.

Performing Other Tests: They may perform tests related to hematology, microbiology, immunology, clinical chemistry, and urinalysis.

2. Operating and Maintaining Equipment:

Utilizing Instruments: They use microscopes, cell counters, and other specialized lab equipment.

Operating and Calibrating: They operate, maintain, calibrate, and clean laboratory equipment.

Troubleshooting: They troubleshoot and ensure the proper functioning of testing systems and instruments.

3. Analyzing and Interpreting Results:

Evaluating Accuracy: They evaluate test results for accuracy and reliability.

Reporting Findings: They interpret findings and communicate results to healthcare providers.

Using Computer Systems: They use computer systems for data entry, retrieval, and analysis.

4. Quality Control and Safety:

Establishing Quality Assurance: They establish quality assurance programs to ensure the accuracy of test results.

Maintaining Inventory: They manage and maintain laboratory equipment and supplies.

Practicing Safety: They adhere to safety, environmental, and infection control procedures.

Ensuring Aseptic Technique: They demonstrate and maintain excellent aseptic techniques.

5. Other Responsibilities:

Supervising Technicians: You may supervise the work of medical laboratory technicians.

Teaching and Training: You may teach proper laboratory practices to students and other healthcare personnel.

Contributing to Research: You may participate in research projects and the development of new analytical methods.

If interested and meets the above criteria, please email your updated CV in Word format to: info@crystalblendng.com