Animal Health Diagnostic Manager Job Vacancy at IQVIA Nigeria

⏲ Sep 11, 2018, 5:38 PM
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IQVIA, formerly Quintiles IMS Holdings, Inc., is an American multinational company serving the combined industries of health information technologies and clinical research. It is a provider of biopharmaceutical development and commercial outsourcing services, focused primarily on Phase I-IV clinical trials and associated laboratory and analytical services, including consulting services. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Animal Health Diagnostic Manager Location: Lagos Job Description

IQVIA is looking for a Animal Diagnostic Manager to be part of our ALPHA Programme in Lagos, Nigeria.

Major Duties and Responsibilities Managing veterinary diagnostic services delivered in Uganda/ Nigeria/ Ethiopia to meet in-country animal health and business needs, through the following activities, including, but not limited to:

Provision of training modules to internal and external teams on veterinary diagnostics through Train-the-trainer approach
Ensuring compliance with IQVIA laboratory practice policy, local laboratory regulations, and accreditation requirements, including maintaining and updating records and systems for safety and quality standards, protocols and best practices
Providing information, education and communication of related test results and analyses to veterinary practitioners and clients
Participate in team and/or BenAfME activities, as appropriate
Other specific duties and responsibilities as detailed in annual Objectives, or agreed with Line Manager
Development of a sustainable diagnostic infrastructure to improve the correct diagnosis of livestock production diseases affecting farmers in Uganda/ Nigeria/ Ethiopia
Managing daily operations throughout the laboratory to ensure highest quality analytical results in a safe and organized work environment
Developing, maintaining and modifying short and long-term planning and services for the lab
Supervise by planning, assigning, and approving work; rewarding/disciplining; responding to grievances; hiring/firing (or effectively recommending); preparing and signing performance evaluations/reviews of employees
Researching, developing and performing laboratory procedures and analyses; interpreting and applying results

Collaborates and interacts within the Unit, and externally to:

Persuade, gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas or collaborate on significant projects
Resolve conflict, negotiate or collaborate on major projects
Handle sensitive issues and facilitate collaboration at the highest level
Develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance workflow and work quality.
Exchange routine, factual information and/or answer routine questions
Exchange detailed information or resolve varied problems
Access and/or work with sensitive and/or confidential information
Identify needs/concerns of others, determine potential solutions, resolve or redirect appropriately

As part of IQVIA’ business expansion activities in Sub-Saharan Africa, alongside grant funding from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation , development and implementation of the A.L.P.H.A. initiative in Uganda, Nigeria and Ethiopia is underway with the following objectives:

Provision of a full consultancy service to complement diagnostic results and recommend appropriate medicine use and biosecurity measures to maximize the effectiveness of control measures
Supporting local veterinarians and relevant veterinary authorities in implementing livestock vaccination programs by supplying relevant high-quality vaccines and technical bulletins and services
Delivery of outreach clinics to improve medicalization of remote farming communities and to deliver relevant education to help increase profitability of small-holders and overall livestock farming.
Investment in sustainable collaborative business and supply networks that will lead to a thriving animal health and related business community
Improved availability of IQVIA’ veterinary medicines through importation permits and product registration in selected countries to extend the number of disease interventions available to treat livestock diseases
Adaption of IQVIA product packaging and manufacturing to ensure the requirements of smallholder farmers are met for smaller product volumes packaged in the most cost-efficient manner
Local distribution network improvement to go the ‘last mile’ to reach the small holder community
Improved livestock health and productivity through the reduction of animal diseases
Development of a sustainable diagnostic infrastructure to improve the correct diagnosis of livestock production diseases affecting farmers in sub-Saharan Africa

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Medical Technology or related field
Postgraduate education including either a Master’s degree and/or a PhD in a related business or scientific discipline
A DVM (Preferable)

Experience:

Over 3 years’ management experience in a diagnostic laboratory, medical laboratory or research laboratory working in bacteriology, histopathology, immunology, medical technology, molecular diagnostics, necropsy, parasitology, pathology, and/or virology
Previous technical diagnostic experience in a veterinary or medical environment
Lead or supervisory experience in a laboratory setting

Technical Abilities:

Ability to multi-task and to work to demanding timelines, whilst remaining focused on strategic goals
Demonstrated competence in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to negotiate to obtain necessary resources and technical support to address project/product needs
Excellent leadership skills to manage cohesive, high-output teams
Excellent communication skills (written and spoken English)
Excellent organisational skills with diligent record-keeping

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