JOB OPPORTUNITY
International Organization for Migration (IOM) is looking for suitable candidate for the position of Laboratory Technician to assist Medical Health Department as part of Front Line of Defense (FLOD) through UN COVID-19 Clinic, according to the Terms of Reference below. Interested applicants are invited to apply by 31.05.2021 at the latest, referring to the Call for Applications reference code.
Reference Code: CFA-04 /2021
Position: Laboratory Technician
Duty Station: Kathmandu
Type of Appointment: Ungraded, 1 month, with possibility of extension
Estimated Starting Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 31 May 2021
Context:
Under the overall supervision of Chief Migration Health Officer and direct supervision of Senior Laboratory Technician in Damak, the successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out the following duties and responsibilities in relation to the MHD FLOD and MHAC in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Perform laboratory procedures as assigned by the laboratory supervisor for preexamination, examination and post-examination activities through the use of the standard relevant equipment.
2. Ensure standards and the quality of laboratory procedures by strictly following the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
3. Adhere to bio-safety measures adopted in the laboratory, minding the safety of oneself and others.
4. Organize and operates activities on assigned station for accurate, efficient and timely delivery of results.
5. Perform quality control activities for assigned stations and document results as required.
6. Facilitate in maintenance of laboratory equipment in good working order and operate equipment appropriately following SOPs.
7. Facilitate in laboratory stock management and monitor that the equipment and Page 2 / 3 consumables are sufficient for the anticipated work
8. Facilitate to maintenance of established system of organized record keeping and information management for timely delivery of results, data collection, analysis and reporting for laboratory monitoring and facilitation to operational research.
9. Participate in the development and updating of SOPs as needed.
10. Participate in the improvement of service system according to adopted work plan in the laboratory. 11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Lab technology with 2 years of relevant work experience; or
- Diploma Degree in Medical Lab technology with 4 years of relevant work experience;
- Registered in Nepal Health Professional Council.
Experience
- At least tertiary education background in Medical Laboratory Techniques, to include experience in Tuberculosis laboratories;
- Experience in HIV and Syphilis serology testing desirable;
- Able to operate fully automated biochemistry analyzers and work independently in biochemistry laboratory;
- Ability to work independently and analytically under time constraints;
- Capacity to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied professional and culture backgrounds;
- Ability and willingness to working difficult areas/situations and conditions;
- Advance knowledge and understanding of computerized information including MS office programs. Languages
- Fluency in English and Nepali is required. Proficiency in other languages is an advantage.
How to apply:
Interested Candidates are requested to submit their application indicating clearly the position applied, CFA reference number with three references to the following address: Human Resource Department, International Organization for Migration, P.O. Box 25503, Baluwatar, Kathmandu or email to iomnepaljobs@iom.int by 31 May 2021. Only short-listed candidates will be called for interview.
