MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST Job AT PPFN

JOB VACANCY: MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST AT PPFN

The Planned Parenthood Federation of Nigeria (PPFN) is inviting applications from qualified and experienced professionals for the position of Medical Laboratory Scientist in Sokoto State.

This opportunity is suitable for laboratory professionals who are committed to providing accurate diagnostic services, maintaining high laboratory standards and supporting quality healthcare delivery.

JOB DETAILS

Organisation: Planned Parenthood Federation of Nigeria (PPFN)

Position: Medical Laboratory Scientist

Location: Sokoto State

Employment Type: Full-time

Contract Duration: Three years, renewable subject to performance, organisational needs and funding availability.

Remuneration: Competitive salary commensurate with experience, with applicable allowances, health insurance and work tools in line with organisational policy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Conduct laboratory investigations and process clinical specimens in accordance with approved procedures.
2. Perform relevant laboratory tests, including haematology, clinical chemistry, microbiology, parasitology and serology, as applicable.
3. Ensure accurate analysis, validation, documentation and timely reporting of laboratory results.
4. Implement quality assurance and quality control procedures to maintain reliable laboratory services.
5. Operate, clean and maintain laboratory equipment and monitor the availability of reagents and consumables.
6. Maintain accurate laboratory records, registers and inventory documentation.
7. Comply with biosafety, infection prevention and control, and biomedical waste management standards.
8. Protect clients’ confidential information and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to support effective patient care.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Interested applicants should possess the following:

1. A Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (BMLS) from a recognised institution.
2. Current registration and a valid practising licence from the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN).
3. At least two years of relevant post-qualification experience in a hospital, diagnostic laboratory, clinic or related healthcare setting.
4. Practical knowledge of laboratory quality assurance and quality control.
5. Knowledge of laboratory safety, infection prevention and biomedical waste management.
6. Experience in laboratory equipment maintenance, reagent management, inventory control and documentation.

Good computer skills and experience with electronic laboratory or health information systems will be an advantage. Experience in an NGO, primary healthcare or reproductive health setting is also desirable.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and application documents to:

Email: mds@ppfn.org

Email Subject: Application – Medical Laboratory Scientist, Sokoto

The official PPFN recruitment notice also requests a one-page application letter explaining your motivation and suitability, a CV of no more than three pages, evidence of current MLSCN registration and a valid practising licence, a personal contact address, and completed Applicant Forms 1 and 2. Consult the official notice for the required forms and full submission instructions.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

The deadline was not specified in the abbreviated vacancy notice. However, PPFN’s official recruitment notice states that applications should be submitted within two weeks of publication. Apply promptly and verify that the vacancy is still open before submitting.

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MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST

Qualified applicants are encouraged to prepare their documents carefully and ensure that the email subject clearly states their preferred location.