Molecular Biologist at Demyhealth Clinic and Genomic Medicine (DCGM)


Demyhealth Clinic and Genomic Medicine (DCGM) is the pioneering Genomic medicine services in Nigeria in partnership with a UK based ISO certified bioscience laboratory in delivering over 5000 tests in Nigeria, including test not currently offered by any lab in Nigeria. We specialize in Invitro-diagnostics, in addition we also service Life science industries such as Pharmaceutical, Veterinary, food & beverage industries via our subsidiary company GTL.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

 

Job Title: Molecular Biologist

Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full time

Job Summary

  • We are seeking highly-motivated and enthusiastic individual.
  • Candidate must be willing to join a fast-paced environment, be willing to learn quickly, adapt to new environment, and must have a keen interest and experience in molecular genetics research and related activities.

Responsibilities

  • Candidate, when successful, will direct all molecular laboratory procedures, including developing new molecular assay in line ISO and international best practice. Candidate must be skilled in primer development and life science research. Must be skilled in post PCR analysis, gel electrophoresis, or Next Generation sequencing. 
  • Candidate will oversee data analysis, assay result interpretation, and proper maintenance and management of laboratory records
  • Oversee Proficiency Testing at PCR labs and follow up with corrective actions
  • Monitor sample management and quality of samples received at the PCR Lab for testing
  • Follow up with proper storage of specimens for short and long term.
  • Follow up with LIMS compliance network, accurate computer data entry, and reporting of patients' results
  • Will ensure all laboratory procedures are performed in a timely manner.
  • Oversee quality control/quality assurance activities, as well as reagent lot validation and inventory management
  • Will assist in the ordering of laboratory supplies to maintain proper inventory
  • Ensure routine preventative maintenance is performed on all molecular diagnostic and ancillary equipment
  • Ensure all molecular diagnostic protocols are followed and implemented
  • Follow up with daily reports on all lab tests

Education Requirements

  • Minimum: M.Sc in Molecular Biology / Biotechnology / Virology / Cell Biology / Biochemistry or related discipline with at least 3 years of wet lab experience in PCR procedures with minimum of 2 years experience in a biosafety level 2 laboratory. 
  • Candidate must have performed a minimum of 1000 extractions and PCR Amplifications. 
  • Candidates with PHD and the requisite experience are welcome to apply.

 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email

Application Deadline  20th July, 2024.