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Job Description
Role purpose
We are seeking a dedicated Laboratory Executive to join our Immunopathology team. The role supports the application of immunologic methods for patients diagnosed with haematologic malignancies in order to:
- precisely classify malignant cells at diagnosis and at relapse/recurrence,
- monitor response to treatment throughout therapy, and
- monitor and characterise genetically engineered cells in patients enrolled in cell therapy protocols.
Key Responsibilities
1) Sample processing and testing
- Receive, process, and prepare patient specimens in accordance with approved SOPs and biosafety requirements.
- Perform required immunology-based laboratory assays according to validated methods and documentation standards.
- Record, verify, and maintain accurate test documentation and related records.
2) Quality management
- Participate in internal quality control activities (e.g., run controls, trend review, documentation of deviations).
- Support external quality assessment/proficiency testing where applicable.
- Assist in investigating non-conformities and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) as directed.
3) Laboratory operations and administration
- Maintain laboratory records, documentation of workflows, and controlled documents (e.g., SOPs, forms, logs) in line with quality requirements.
- Maintain and update laboratory databases and sample/testing logs to ensure traceability and data integrity.
- Support preparations for Ministry of Health (MOH) licensing, audits, and inspections, including collation of required evidence and records.
4) Equipment maintenance and readiness
- Coordinate and document daily, monthly, and annual preventive maintenance, calibration, and performance checks for laboratory equipment.
- Liaise with vendors/service engineers for servicing and repairs ensure maintenance logs are complete and up to date.
- Monitor inventory/consumables as assigned and support timely replenishment.
5) Laboratory housekeeping and safety
- Maintain general laboratory housekeeping to ensure a safe, clean, and compliant work environment.
- Follow waste disposal, decontamination, and safety practices in accordance with institutional and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (BSc) in Biological Sciences or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
- Candidates without prior laboratory experience are welcome full training will be provided.
- Strong ability to follow written SOPs and understand technical instructions and laboratory workflows.
- Basic computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Good interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
