Job Title: Quality Control Laboratory Assistant (Fresher Jobs)
Organisation: Abacus Parenteral Drugs Limited
Duty Station: Mukono, Uganda
About Organisation:
Abacus Parenteral Drugs Limited (APDL) is a state of the art manufacturing facility that seamlessly integrates hi-tech engineering services into the building design. From the exterior view, the 36-acre APDL campus exudes careful planning, the interiors of the facility reveal thoughtful and spot on detailing. The facility is designed with materials and finishes that allow ample natural light thus conserving energy and still maintain high cleanliness standards and minimize maintenance. The entire facility is designed to meet the CGMP requirements.
Job Summary: The QC Laboratory Assistant supports the Quality Control team in performing routine tasks essential for maintaining quality standards in the laboratory area. This role helps with preparing, documenting, managing samples, cleaning equipment, and keeping it to ensure timely and accurate testing of raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and stability samples, all in compliance with cGMP, QMS, and regulatory standards.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Quality
- Prepare solutions, reagents, and standards as prescribed by the SOPs.
- Maintain and archive laboratory documentation, including logbooks, worksheets, and records.
- Request reports & logbooks, verify them as per the manufacturing plan, and file section-wise.
- Participate in training, knowledge sharing, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment as per the plan.
Technical Work
- Support analysts with sample preparation for physical, chemical, and microbiological testing.
- Support in the cleaning, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory instruments and equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and GMP guidelines.
- Dispose of laboratory waste according to safety and environmental protocols.
- Handle and maintain working and reference standards as per the SOP.
- Support in collecting, organizing, and labeling stability samples and chambers.
- Manage laboratory inventory: monitor stock levels of reagents, glassware, and consumables
Reporting & Communication
- Prepare reports & keep records.
- Timely and effective Communication within staff at all levels while making critical escalation on time.
- Safety
- Use the necessary personal protective gear appropriately while handling the QC process
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Diploma in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Life Sciences, or related field.
- 0–2 years of relevant experience in a pharmaceutical QC lab
Training requirements:
- Basic safety and GMP training
Competencies:
Technical Knowledge/ Skills:
- Basic knowledge of laboratory instruments such as HPLC, GC, UV, IR .
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and basic data entry.
- Strong attention to detail and organization skills
- Ability to follow SOPs and written instructions precisely
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
Behavioral / Attitude Competencies:
- Respect for others, with a growth mindset
- Innovative and problem-solving
How to Apply:
Send your CV and academic credentials to [email protected]
Deadline: 30th October 2025
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Level of Education: Diploma, Associate’s Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: no experience required