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FULL-TIME QUALITY CONTROL SCIENTIST
KAPA Biosystems is a Cape Town-based biotechnology company specialising in
protein engineering. KAPA employs a high throughput molecular evolution
technology platform to engineer and develop novel enzymes for DNA
amplification. KAPA products are manufactured in-house, conform to
internationally acceptable standards of quality and are sold worldwide. KAPA
strives to create a working environment that is collaborative, innovative,
and focused. There is opportunity for employees to participate in the
initial growth and success of our company.
Responsibilities:
KAPA is inviting applications for the full-time position of Quality Control
Scientist in our Manufacturing Department. The successful applicant will
report to the Production Manager and will be required to perform the
following tasks:
• Daily execution of PCR-based QC assays.
• Daily submission of QC reports.
• Assistance with validation, optimization and development of QC
assays.
• Assistance with other Manufacturing-related tasks as and when
required.
Requirements:
The following skills and experience are requirements for the position:
• A thorough understanding of the concepts associated with Quality
Control.
• The ability to perform PCR assays according to instructions in a
meticulous manner and within specified time frames.
• The ability to multitask, perform consistently under pressure and
work without supervision.
• A good theoretical knowledge and at least one year’s practical
experience in PCR techniques, including analysis of PCR products by
agarose gel electrophoresis/ethidium bromide staining.
• The computer skills required to compile QC reports in MSWord. This
includes basic skills in the handling and formatting of image (JPG)
files and the use of Windows Explorer and Microsoft Excel.
• Good communication and personal task management skills and a high
level of self-motivation.
• A tertiary degree or diploma (2 year minimum) in Biological
Sciences/Technology, Biomedical Sciences/Technology.
Additional information:
• Experience in a Medical, Pathology, QC, GLP or other relevant
industrial/commercial laboratory is preferred.
• The starting salary will range between R 140,000 and R 180,000 per annum
(cost-to-company).
• Experience in real-time or qPCR is preferred.
Application procedure:
• To apply for the position, please submit the following in MSWord or PDF
format by e-mail to hr@kapabiosystems.com:
1. Letter of motivation (one A4 page maximum).
2. Curriculum vitae, highlighting relevant qualifications and experience,
and containing:
- a current e-mail address and cell phone number
- the names and contact numbers (e-mail address and daytime telephone
number) of two
references who are able to assess your suitability for the position in terms
of the specified
requirements
• Only applications received by 17h00 on
Friday, 28 November 2008 will be considered.
KAPA Biosystems reserves the right to determine the starting date for this
position, as well as the right not to fill the position should a suitable
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AWALI
HOSPITAL
Bahrain
Petroleum Company (Bapco)
Kingdom of
Bahrain
Medical
Technologist
Awali
Hospital, a modern,
well-equipped, 37-bed hospital, provides high quality in-patient and
out-patient services and a wide range of clinical specialities. It is a
private health care provider for company employees and the community at
large.
Awali
Hospital has an immediate
vacancy for Biomedical Scientist. The position is multi-disciplinary, in
Chemistry, Haematology, Transfusion and Microbiology.
The Laboratory is small but well
equipped with Abbot Axsym, Coulter HMX, Dade
Dimension, Bio Merieux Vidas,
Vitek and the Diamed Blood Grouping System. The
Laboratory is also fully computerized.
Excellent benefits are provided for two
year renewable single status contract. These include an attractive tax-free
salary, shift premiums where appropriate, free accommodation, paid annual
home leave with generous travel settlement, excellent social and recreational
facilities, and the opportunity to enjoy a pleasant life-style in Bahrain's
cosmopolitan society.
To apply, please send details as soon as
possible by fax to:
Recruitment Officer
Bapco-
Personnel Department
P-16-Bahrain Refinery, Kingdom of
Bahrain
Fax No. (+973) 177 57 926
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Qdot Pharma, part of the PAREXEL International
Clinical
Pharmacology Network, has the following vacancy in George
LABORATORY MANAGER
Roles and Key Responsibilities: To be one of the key role players within the
clinical support team, to take responsibility of coordinating and managing
all aspects of the transit and safety laboratories with respect to clinical
trial requirements, and to manage all laboratory staff. Management and
training of all laboratory assistants and medical technologists in the safety
and transit laboratories at QdotPharma. Plan and
manage the safety and transit laboratories with respect to the requirements
of all contracted studies, specifically interpreting protocols, ensuring that
sufficient staff, stock, equipment are requested in good time as
required. Communicating with sponsors, project teams and external
service providers and suppliers, with respect to laboratory requirements or
issues. Backing up the medical technologist with the development, validation
and practical execution of haematology, serology and clinical chemistry assays
in the safety laboratory. Self-development.
Qualifications: Required Professional experience and education:
A National Diploma in Biomedical Technology which is acceptable for
registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa, with at
least 3 years experience in clinical research
Minimum work experience: 2 years post-graduate experience in clinical
chemistry analysis and/or haematology method development, quality control,
instrumentation and administration
Special knowledge and abilities (skills): Knowledge and practical
experience with the requirements of Good Laboratory Practice or other
laboratory accreditation systems standards and regulations; Ability to work
independently and ability to work within a team; Highly organised; Meticulous
attention to detail; Ability to work according to strict discipline
procedures; Fluent in the English language
Advantageous
experience: basic business acumen
Closing date: 13 October 2006
Regret only short-listed candidates will be contacted
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The Emirates Group is a highly profitable business
with a turnover of approximately $US 5 billion and over 26,000 employees. The
Group comprises of Dnata, the successful Airport
Ground Services and Travel Industry division, and Emirates, the Group’s
rapidly expanding and award winning international Airline. Emirates global
network now sees it flying to over 70 destinations across 5 continents and
with aircraft orders worth over $US 35 billion identified, Emirates` fleet
will grow to over 150 wide-bodied jets by 2012 with many more destinations coming
on line. Hiring over 4,000 new staff every year, essential to ongoing success
will be the employment of high quality people who can enjoy living and
working in Dubai, a tourism centre and modern cosmopolitan city offering one of the
most desirable lifestyle locations in the world. In addition to lifestyle and
tax free salary benefits, the Emirates Group also offers professional
development opportunities to help employees develop new skills and grow their
careers successfully.
The Position: Working in a generalist laboratory setting, you will be responsible for
performing laboratory analyses and interpreting results according to
established polices, develop and review procedure manuals, supervise junior
staff.
Salary & Benefits: We offer an attractive tax-free salary, paid in
Dirhams, the local currency of the UAE. The Dirham
is linked to the Special Drawing Right of the International Monetary Fund. It
has been held constant against the US dollar since the end of 1980 at a
mid-rate of approximately US$1= Dh3.66. Besides travel benefits normally
associated to an airline, more information on employee benefits is available
within the 'Working Here' section of this site. By viewing the 'Dubai
Lifestyle' section in the site you can also consider the benefits of Dubaias a location to live and work in.
Experience and Qualifications:
- B.Sc.Med.Lab.Sc., B.Sc.Med.Tech.,
B.Sc. Biomedical Sciences, or equivalent.
- Registration with AIMS,
IBMS, HPA, CSMLS, NZIMLS, ASCP (MT), SMLTSA.
- Minimum 5 years
experience in generalist laboratories with Biochemistry, Haematology, Microbiology including Parasitology.
- 2 years Bacterial Culture
reading experience is mandatory.
- Current or previous DOHMS
license holder.
- Experience in a JCIA /CAP
/ CPA / NATA / SANAS accredited facility.
- Must possess good written
and verbal communication.
- Experience of working in
a multi-cultural setting.
To Apply: To express your interest in the above vacancy please apply
on-line by going through our dedicated career website www.emiratesgroupcareers.com
and complete our application form. We will then consider your application and
contact you should we wish to shortlist you for an interview. Should you not receive
an invitation for an interview within 5 weeks please assume that on this
occasion you have been unsuccessful. We will retain your details for 12
months unless advised otherwise and re-consider you for future opportunities
as they arise. Please also note that if you are not shortlisted
you can also update your application at anytime and apply for other
opportunities. Thank you for your interest in a career with the Emirates
Group.
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NATIONAL
MEDICAL SERVICES COMPANY
OFFERS EXCEPTIONAL CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Vacancies
Leading
dynamic and progressive Medical Services Company seeks serious, hard working,
career minded individuals for various laboratories situated in the following
areas: - Richards Bay, Port Shepstone, Margate, Eshowe, Pietermaritzburg, Pinetown, Durban, Empangeni, NewCastle, Vryheid and Ladysmith, Eastern Cape, Gauteng, Cape Town.
POSITION
1:
MEDICAL
TECHNOLOGISTS
Requirements
National Diploma in Medical Technology, plus Registration with HPCSA as
Medical Technologist in Clinical Pathology.
Key Performance Areas:-
Perform laboratory investigations in all Clinical Pathology disciplines;
Check and verify results; Ensure proper maintenance of all equipment and
trouble shooting; Train sub-ordinates in the routine running of the
laboratory; Ensure strict quality control on all tests and techniques
employed; Ensure safety regulations are stringently adhered to Participate in
after hours duties; Play a pivotal role in accreditation requirements in the
laboratory.
POSITION
2:
MEDICAL
TECHNICIANS
Requirements
Diploma in Clinical Pathology; Other disciplines (Haematology, Chemical
Pathology, Microbiology will also be considered); Registration with HPCSA as
Medical Technician.
Following experience essential:-
Sound practical knowledge of medical technology; Knowledge of laboratory
safety procedures; Adept in pre-analytical and analytical techniques Computer
Literacy; Compliance with professional ethics; Good Communication Skills.
POSITION
3:
PHLEBOTOMIST
Must have at least 5 years experience. Only serious minded and committed
individuals with exceptional track record will be considered. Successful
candidates will be rewarded with exceptional career development
opportunities, excellent remuneration and company perks.
To
apply please fax comprehensive CV’s to:
031
- 566 3289
e-mail:
vinop@afripath.co.za
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Posts available
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Medical Laboratory
Scientist or Senior Technician Dunedin, New Zealand
Southern Community Laboratories
has a full-time position available for an experienced Medical Laboratory
Scientist or Senior Medical Laboratory Technician in the Cytology Department
at our Dunedin laboratory.
Applicants will require experience and qualifications in diagnostic
Cytology. Cervical smear screening and
reporting are the major work component, with a large number of
non-gynaecological, fine needle aspirate and immunochemical samples being
processed.
Southern Community Laboratories is
a major 100% New Zealand owned independent cytology
laboratory providing services throughout the South and
North Islands.
We are committed to career development for all staff, and have
excellent facilities for teaching at the microscope, and in seminar
situations. Our laboratory group was
established in 1960.
This
position is ideally suited to a person who is customer focused and committed
to the provision of a high quality of service, with effective time
management, problem solving and effective interpersonal skills, and the
ability to work in a team environment.
If you would like to work with a
team-orientated group of people in a company committed to health, please
apply by sending your Curriculum Vitae to:
Pam McGarry
HR Manager
Southern Community Laboratories
PO Box 6064
DUNEDIN
Telephone 03-477 6981, E-mail pam.mcgarry@sclabs.co.nz
An application form can be obtained from our
Human Resources Department.
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Posts available
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Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist
Full time Position
Biochemistry Department Auckland
Southern Community Laboratories
currently has a full-time position available for a Senior Medical Laboratory
Technician or a Medical Laboratory Scientist in the Biochemistry Department
at our Quay Park Health laboratory.
Previous
medical laboratory experience is essential. Hours of work will be on a 7 day
roster, hours of work will be rostered between 8am
- 10pm with participation on the on call roster 1 in 6 weeks. Applicants will
have the following attributes:
· A customer focus and commitment to the
provision of a high quality of service.
· Effective time management and problem solving
skills.
· Effective interpersonal skills and the
ability to work in a team environment.
· The ability to maintain and trouble shoot equipment.
· Keyboard and computer skills.
· A professional and courteous manner.
· Registration with the New
Zealand Institute of Medical Laboratory
Scientists.
Southern
Community Laboratories is a progressive 100% New Zealand owned company, which provides the
highest quality laboratory services to Health Professionals in the South and
North Islands.
Our Laboratory group was established in 1960.
If you would like to work with a team-orientated
group of people in a company committed to health, please apply by sending
your Curriculum Vitae to:
Pam McGarry
HR Manager
Southern Community Laboratories
PO Box 6064
DUNEDIN
Telephone 03-477 6981, E-mail pam.mcgarry@sclabs.co.nz
An application form can be
obtained via our Human Resources Department.
Applications for this position close on Monday 13 December 2004.
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Charge Medical Laboratory Scientist Biochemistry
Department
Auckland
We currently have a position
available for a Charge Medical Laboratory Scientist in the Biochemistry
Department at our Quay Park Health Laboratory. This is a key position. The successful applicant will be a
self-motivated, achievement orientated person with a minimum of 7-years
medical laboratory experience and a B.M.L.Sc
qualification or equivalent. All
applicants must be registered with the New Zealand Institute of Medical
Laboratory Scientists.
Key
responsibilities include the overall management of staff and systems to
ensure the highest quality of laboratory services. Additional responsibilities are the
professional leadership, personal development and performance monitoring of
staff and the development of a team approach.
A strong customer focus is essential so that the needs of the
referring health professionals, their patients and the company are met.
Applicants
will have the following attributes:
· Proven leadership and management skills.
· The ability to supervise and train staff.
· A sound knowledge of cost effective
management.
· A customer focus and commitment to the
provision of a high quality of service.
· Effective time management and problem solving
skills.
· Effective interpersonal skills and the
ability to work in a team environment.
· The ability to maintain and trouble shoot equipment.
Southern
Community Laboratories is a long established 100% New Zealand owned company providing medical
laboratory diagnostic services to health professionals in the South and
North Islands.
If you would like to work with a team-orientated group of people in a
company committed to health, please apply by sending your Curriculum Vitae
to:
Pam McGarry
HR
Manager
Southern
Community Laboratories
PO Box 6064
DUNEDIN
Telephone
03-477 6981, E-mail pam.mcgarry@sclabs.co.nz
An
application form and position description can be obtained from our Human
Resources Department, applications for this position close on Monday 13
December 2004
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Lab Technicians, Want to work at your very
best?
... and work in a hospital
team that's all about collaboration, developing your skills and enjoying a
fantastic lifestyle in New Zealand?
The new Waitakere Hospital opens in Feb 2005 signalling the
beginning of a new chapter in patient care that values collaboration, skill and
the continuous improvement of healthcare standards. As a Medical Laboratory
technologist working in either Haematology, Blood Bank, Biochemistry,
Microbiology OR a Lab assistant working in Specimen Reception OR a
Phlebotomist with experience in blood collection, you're fundamental to this
drive. Working in a leading edge environment, enjoy a terrific career and
lifestyle!
Register interest today for Waitemata
District Health Board's Laboratory Service at either
North Shore or
Waitakere Hospitals'.
To find out more and to apply, visit our website <www.jobpulse.co.nz/waitemata>
and search for Laboratory Services,
Waitakere Hospital - WAIT 55.
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The Locum Group, United Kingdom |
The Locum Group, United Kingdom
As a leading recruitment agency, The Locum Group is in a position to offer a
wide range of employment opportunities within Medical Laboratories at
competitive pay rates. If you are thinking of taking a working holiday in
the UK and would like to take advantage
of our full range of services
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