Title: Laboratory Coordinator (Microbiologist)
Company Name: Damien Foundation Bangladesh
Vacancy: 1
Age: At most 45 years
Job Location: Mymensingh
Salary: --
Experience:
MSc in Microbiology from a reputed institute, any third division/class in academic career will lead to ineligibility.
Experience: Minimum 5 years in a relevant position. Experience in TB Laboratory work is preferrable.
Damien Foundation (DF), a Belgian International NGO, involved in the control of Tuberculosis and Leprosy in close collaboration with the Government of Bangladesh in different districts, is currently hiring for the following position: Laboratory Coordinator (Microbiologist): 01 position for Mymensingh
Competency: Able to provide guidance and supportive supervision to all laboratory staff of the DF TB & Leprosy Control Programme on proper implementation and improvement of lab services, maintaining approved SOP/guideline / Bench AID. Ability to ensure quality laboratory services in coordination with related departments. Needs to contribute to research projects whenever required. Computer expertise is necessary for developing monitoring tools, formats and reporting.
Key responsibilities: Ensure quality laboratory services, including microscopy, Gene Xpert, Truenat and culture and drug sensitivity testing (DST) in coordination and consultation with the concerned DF authority. Will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the laboratory work in different DF projects. Support implementation of laboratory-related guidelines, SOPs, and monitoring and supervision tools/checklists, reporting formats, etc. Represent the Damien Foundation Bangladesh in related forums. Ensure proper maintenance of laboratory reagents, supplies/logistics, registers/records, documents, preparing and compiling laboratory reports and equipment, validation and calibration of laboratory equipment and contribute to staff development.
Duty Station: Mymensingh TB & Leprosy Control Project based at Shambhu Ganj, Mymensingh) with extensive field visit
Salary and Benefits: as per organization policy.