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• Conduct Genotyping HIV-1 resistance
  testing on clinical and research samples from sample processing to data
  analysis and reporting of results.
• Coordinate and participate in the
  performance and interpretation of complex technical duties in support of
  medical laboratory testing; record determinations and results for review
  by laboratory management and physician/caregiver staff.
• Actively participate in specimen collection
  when required according to test requests.
• Set-up, evaluate and operate current and
  new equipment, instruments and apparatus required for specific laboratory
  tests and assume adequate responsibility to maintain operations including
  preventive maintenance.
• The incumbent will coordinate the
  preparation and quality assurance of PCR and sequencing reagents, culture
  media, chemicals, stains and solutions as appropriate.
• Evaluate collected laboratory data and
  prepare reports assessing accuracy, completeness, timeliness, progress,
  adverse trends and appropriate recommendations or conclusions.
• Actively participate in the development of
  new medical laboratory procedures and techniques.
• Offer technical guidance and instruction
  to students, interns, residents, staff and other employees; arrange
  teaching or rotation schedules for students and new employees.
• Regularly monitor Quality Control, Quality
  Assurance, Safety and Inspection Control practices to assure compliance
  with internal and external regulations.
• Maintain sufficient inventory of material
  supplies and equipment for performance of duties; clean and maintain
  standard laboratory equipment.
• Provide advanced problem solving,
  troubleshooting, interpretation/ consultation, and verification of
  specimen quality and test results.
• Ensure safety information is disseminated
  promptly to all lab personnel
• Ensure proper waste handling and disposal
• Performs any other duties as assigned to
  him from time to time.

• The applicant should preferably hold a
  bachelor’s degree in biomedical laboratory technology or a bachelor’s
  degree in science technology with a bias in biology and other related
  fields.
• The applicant must be registered with the
  Allied Health Professional’s Council (AHPC).
• Previous exposure and experience in
  molecular biology techniques especially HIV genotyping is required.
• Computer literacy skills
• Ability to professionally communicate in
  writing and verbally or other means deemed appropriate.

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