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• Actively participate in writing of
  standard operating procedures (SOPs) as may be required, ensure scheduled
  reviews, storage and archival of SOPs and maintenance of up-to-date
  documentation of all Document Control procedures and activities of the
  lab.
• Provide continuous supervision and
  training for the Laboratory staff in GCLP Quality Improvement and other
  relevant areas that relate to the everyday QA/QC measures upheld in the
  JCRC laboratories.
• Perform monthly data review in compliance
  with JCRC laboratory continuous quality improvement and quality assurance
  procedure (CQI/QAP) and prepare information for dissemination at relevant
  forums/meetings that the lab is involved with.
• Assist in procedure and instrument trouble
  shooting as well as prompt, clear and concise documentation of corrective
  actions.
• Ensure weekly and/or monthly QA/QC data is
  entered onto charts or on the server and reviewed by relevant supervisors
  as accurate.
• Keenly review returned PT reports and to
  coordinate or complete investigations of unsatisfactory results and
  accurate documentation of the investigation and corrective actions.
• Maintain laboratory equipment quality
  control documentation and schedule necessary routine/preventative
  maintenance.
• Perform or coordinate internal (on-site)
  calibration of key equipment located in the JCRC TB laboratory such as
  pipettes, thermometers, timers, etc.
• Coordinate and monitor all external
  quality assurance (EQA) activities with other Ugandan/international
  institutions, and summarizing performance.
• Responsible for assisting with and/or
  performing new kits/assay validations where necessary and to review data
  with TB lab management and, when required, with the overall JCRC
  laboratory management.
• Perform any other duties as may be
  assigned.

• The ideal candidate should hold a
  Bachelor’s degree in lab sciences and/or Diploma in Medical Laboratory
  Technology
• A minimum of five years’ experience in
  QA/QC activities from a reputable organization. Registration with the
  Allied Health Professional’s Council (AHPC) and possession of a valid
  practicing license is a must.
• This position will require the incumbent
  to be knowledgeable in all laboratory activities, Good Clinical Laboratory
  Practices (GCLP), international accreditation and any related QA/QC
  literature relevant to the lab, as well as other JCRC activities that
  pertain to the laboratory and it’s Quality Management Plan.
• Ability to professionally communicate in
  writing and verbally or other means deemed appropriate.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of the
  policies of the Uganda-CWRU Research Collaboration, especially as relates
  to its activities at operational clinics in Mulago as well as
  collaborating laboratories.
• A high degree of professionalism and
  management ability is required of this position as well as interpersonal
  abilities to motivate and train individuals to perform in an efficient and
  productive manner.
• Proven ability to travel to and from work
  (is required, which includes JCRC and collaborative sites in Mbale, Jinja,
  Gulu, Fort Portal and Mbarara if necessary.

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