Medical Lab Scientist at MSI Nigeria Reproductive Choices

MSI Nigeria Reproductive Choices is a result-oriented social enterprise, which uses modern management and marketing techniques to provide reproductive health care and allied services.MSI Nigeria’s goal is to meet the needs of underserved Nigerians and dramatically improve access and use of a range of reproductive health services.

MSI Nigeria Reproductive Choices is part of Marie Stopes International’s Global Partnership which is in over 37 countries worldwide and itoperates in Nigeria through six service delivery channels.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Medical Lab Scientist

Location: Surulere, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Objectives

• This position reports to the centre coordinator. 
• The Laboratory Scientist at (MSI) is responsible for client-centred clinical services and laboratory equipment maintenance. 
• They ensure accurate testing, specimen storage, and compliance with protocols.
• The role involves building partnerships, maintaining confidentiality, and generating demand for MSI services. 
• Strong communication and administrative skills are required to document communications, handle client complaints, and liaise with regulatory bodies. 
• The Laboratory Scientist must hold a recognized clinical qualification, have post-graduation experience, and be licensed and registered with local clinical professional bodies. 
• They should be motivated, empathetic, and capable of working independently.

Overall Responsibilities
Partnership and network building:

• Encourage a commitment to accommodating clients' special needs such as flexibility of working hours.
• Maintain strict privacy and confidentiality to generate demand for MSN services.
• Have a public relations and promotional role with colleagues, NHS and the general public
• Timely collate and submit Laboratory reports to the centre team.
• Monitor monthly client numbers and income generated and in collaboration with the centre teams make appropriate recommendations to meet income to cost targets.

Laboratory Scientist roles:

• Welcoming, friendly, professional, and efficient atmosphere for all clients and visitor in the laboratory to always ensure client satisfaction.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment (including calibration) in a proper working condition and prompt
• report of any malfunction to the centre coordinator.
• Keep record of stock, perform forecasts, and ensure reagents and other laboratory consumable do not fall below minimum level
• Perform regular Quality control on laboratory reagents after supply and before use
• Ensure specimen are obtained in the appropriate manner
• Provide timely and accurate result
• Ensure cervical smear specimens are stored and packaged correctly for transportation to the approved cytology/pathology laboratory
• Maintain accurate records of all tests performed and the result of such tests
• Keep abreast with and ensure that MSN complies with latest developments in laboratory testing protocol in Nigeria
• Assist to provide counselling on core MSN Clinical services in the Laboratory.
• Carry out any other lawful duties assigned by the Centre Coordinator.
• Make proper use of available information systems in MSI to facilitate service delivery & trainings
• Communication and administration
• Ensure formal communications with the various health partners are properly documented
• Follow up on all client’s complaints relating to any of the MSN services and make recommendations.
• Able to sign off on a lab result and take responsibility when there is an error in diagnosis
• Liaise appropriately with the Council of Medical Laboratory Sciences of Nigeria and other relevant regulatory bodies during routine or periodic visits and assessments for QC standard.

Required Qualifications
To perform this role, it is essential that you have the following skills:

• Relevant post-graduate qualification e.g. MBA, MSc, MA (desirable).
• At least 1 year’s post-NYSC working experience in similar position
• Must have a recognised clinical qualification in Medical Laboratory Science.
• Must be registered with a recognised local clinical professional body in Nigeriaand of good Standing
• Must be licenced and have a valid practicing licence
• Must have the requisite experience to work with minimum supervision
• Clinical Expertise: Possess a recognized clinical qualification in Medical Laboratory Science and relevant experience to work with minimum supervision.
• Laboratory Skills: Proficient in maintaining laboratory equipment, performing tests accurately, and following laboratory protocols. Experience in quality control procedures and ensuring proper storage of specimens.
• Client Interaction: Excellent client interaction skills to create a welcoming and professional atmosphere, ensuring client satisfaction, and providing counselling on MSN clinical services.
• Communication Skills: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills for effective documentation, formal communication with health partners, handling client complaints, and collaborating with the centre team.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, for data management, report preparation, and utilization of information systems.
• Attention to Detail: Articulate and analytical approach with attention to detail in performing laboratory tests, maintaining accurate records, and adhering to regulatory standards.
• Teamwork and Motivation: Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, demonstrate enthusiasm, and motivate team members to deliver high-quality service and achieve results.
• Regulatory Compliance: Familiarity with the Council of Medical Laboratory Sciences of Nigeria and other relevant regulatory bodies' standards and the ability to ensure compliance during routine assessments.
• Knowledge of Health Systems: Desirable understanding of the health delivery system in Nigeria and experience working with the Nigeria Health Service and/or an INGO.
• Empathy and Passion: Sympathy and empathy towards individuals seeking family planning and reproductive health services, along with a passion for maternal health.

Soft Skills:

• We recruit talented, dynamic people (irrespective of Gender) with diverse backgrounds and experiences, all united by a belief in our mission and a focus on delivering measurable results. 
• We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a fully inclusive workplace, where everyone feels able to participate and contribute meaningfully
• You must be open-minded, curious, resilient, and solutions-oriented, and be committed to promoting equality, and safeguarding the welfare of team members and clients alike.

For this role, we’re looking for an individual who is:

• High levels of self-awareness; they will actively seek out feedback on their performance (both results and behaviours) with a view to continuously learning and growing as a leader. 
• They will demonstrate high levels of accountability and resilience and communicate effectively both internally and externally
• Energy and passion for purpose
• Focus and drive and ability to stay on track
• Focus on the big picture, while understanding the detail.

Application Closing Date
16th May, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV with a cover letter to: msngrecruitment@msichoices.org.ng using the job title as the subject of the email.

Note

• There are no relocation allowances available for this position.
• If you wish to be considered for the post, please re-name your CV with your first and last name. 
• Note that if the underline instructions are not followed application will not be considered.
• Kindly note that this role is open until filled and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis even while advertisement is still active.
• MSI Nigeria Reproductive Choices provides equal opportunity in employment and prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, sex, colour, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.
• Women are strongly advised to apply for all our roles.