Professional Internship in Medical Laboratory Sciences

Tuberculosis Reference Laboratory Bamenda   (Bamenda, North West Cameroon)

Posted : 22 November, 2019

Category : Laboratory, Research   Location : Bamenda, North West Cameroon

Job type : Full Time

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Professional Internship in Medical Laboratory Sciences

Locations: Bamenda

Possible start date: December 1st, 2019

The Tuberculosis Reference Laboratory Bamenda has the mission to help to control the spread of tuberculosis and HIV and to improve the lives of those affected by TB, HIV and related diseases.

 

Responsibilities may involve some or all of the following, depending on intern skill set:

·         Perform technical laboratory procedures according to laboratory and international standards to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease

·         Collaborate to design, implement, and disseminate results of research to improve public health

·         Contribute to manage and improve laboratory information systems, including electronic data records system

·         Assist in keeping accurate records and prepare reports on activities as needed

·         Participate in quality control and quality improvement for laboratory indicators; recognize out of control values, take corrective action, and notify others of changes

·         Exhibit good knowledge of instrumentation, theory, and application of new and existing tests to perform them safely and accurately

·         Assist in investigating and resolving technical problems to facilitate the smooth flow of work

 

Qualifications:

·         EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in health sciences or related area, or with equivalent education or work experience

·         Strong interest to work as part of team to improve public health

·         Excellent problem-solving skills

·         Highly self-motivated and able to work independently

·         Willingness to share call duty and work different shifts as required

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English or French, good working knowledge in the other language

·         Detail oriented

·         Good computer skills (Word, Excel, etc.)

·         Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment

 

These positions are planned for 3-6 months. If interested, please prepare a complete application including an application letter, current CV, copies of certificates and diplomas; recommendation letters will be an advantage. Please note that only applications submitted by email will be reviewed and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Submit all documents by email to tbrlbamenda.recruit@gmail.com. The deadline for submitting an application is November 30, 2019.

 

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