Head of Laboratory Administration at 54gene Nigeria

54gene was founded in 2019 by Dr. Abasi Ene-Obong to address the significant gap in the global genomics market; Nearly 90% of genetic material used in pharmaceutical research is Caucasian. Only 2% is African, despite the fact that Africans and people of African ancestry are more genetically diverse than all other world populations combined.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Head of Laboratory Administration
 
Location: Lagos
Department: Laboratory Operations
Status: Full-time
Reports to: VP, Laboratory Operations

Job Description

• We are seeking highly-motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our team in the 54gene laboratory.
• Candidates must be willing to join a fast-paced environment, be willing to learn quickly, adapt to new environments and must have a keen interest in laboratory and research related activities. We welcome applications from Non-Nigerian candidates as well.
• The Senior Laboratory Administrator will support the office of the VP Laboratory Operations in managing the affairs of all the laboratory units at 54gene.

Essential Functions

• Ensure Staff schedules are maintained.
• Ensure laboratory personnel files are up to date
• Serve as intermediary between the lab and other units of the department.
• Liaise with laboratory inventory and safety officers with regards to proper inventory management and safety practices.
• Liaise with equipment vendors/manufacturers with regards to scheduled equipment servicing or maintenance.
• Ensure along with quality manager and unit heads that laboratory HEFAMAA license is renewed on time.
• Collate documents required for HEFAMAA license renewal.
• Serve as intermediary between the laboratory and patients.
• Track sample processing and give feedback to Provider/Consumer Account Managers.
• Ensure prompt TAT based on sample processing SOPs; from receipt of samples to result authorization and subsequent release
• Ensure laboratory staff have access to appropriate professional development courses and monitor continuing professional development.
• Send weekly reports to the VP, Laboratory Operations

Qualification and Requirements

• Essential: MBBS (at least 1 year post NYSC)
• Essential: Bachelors in Medical Laboratory Science (Minimum 2nd class honors upper division) with a valid license to practice
• Desirable: Qualification in office administration.

Knowledge, Experience and Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office 
• Proficient in usage of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Adherence to time and priority management

Other:

• Authorization to work in Nigeria
• The duties stated are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required. Other related duties may be assigned within scope of ability.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online