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Date Posted: Monday, December 05, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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Job Summary
The purpose of this role is to coordinate all laboratory activities related to the Clinical Research Unit and support the Department of Haematology-Oncology in accomplishment of the following:
• Development of relevant laboratory SOPs, process flows, implementation plans
• Sample collection and processing
• Data management/Reporting
• Sample storage and archiving

Responsibilities
• Development of Relevant Laboratory SOPs, Process Flows, Implementation Plans
• Develop, review, revise lab SOPs required for efficient lab management
• Prepare laboratory workflows for each clinical trial as required by protocol, lab manuals or related documents
• Ensure compliance of expected laboratory processes for all lab activities related to clinical trials
• Point person for the receipt, handling and inventory of all lab kits  

Sample Collection
• Conduct blood collection using proper phlebotomy techniques
• Collect bio-specimen from research participants and patients
• Conduct initial vital signs assessment of patients and research participants

Sample Processing
• Perform coagulation screening for causes of bleeding disorders
• Conduct relevant sample processing as per study lab protocols
• As applicable, perform all pre-shipping processing as prescribed in the study lab manual

Data Management, Storage and Reporting
• Follow up with relevant laboratories on patient results as applicable
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of lab forms such as sample processing forms, sample tracking forms and shipment forms
• Ensure that all samples are stored in accordance with GCLP guidelines
• Ensure accurate and timely data entry on required lab reporting platforms

Other Functions
• Attend all required study trainings and meetings
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
• Participate in continuous professional education
• Perform any other reasonable duties that may be assigned from time to time

Requirements
• Higher National Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science
• Certificate in Phlebotomy or equivalent
• IATA Certification
• CITI/Research training
• At least 2 years working experience, preferably in a CAP accredited facility
• At least 1 year of experience in research

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree

Job application procedure

Application letter together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, names of three referees, should be sent to the Manager, Talent Acquisition, Aga Khan University, via the email: hr.universityke@aku.edu  Please quote the position title on the email subject. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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