Job Description

The Biomedical Research and Training Institute (BRTI) implements a U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) funded Laboratory Systems Strengthening (LSS) Work Plan for the Ministry of Health and Child Care of Zimbabwe (MOHCC). The following vacancy has arisen within BRTI in collaboration with MOHCC.

Duties and Responsibilities

Accountable to: Laboratory Advisor – Quality Assurance

Roles and responsibilities
• Perform calibration and verification of laboratory instruments and equipment according to established procedures and standards.
• Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory instruments to ensure optimal performance.
• Assist in the development and implementation of calibration procedures and protocols.
• Document calibration activities, including results and deviations, in accordance with laboratory quality management systems.
• Collaborate with other laboratory personnel to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and quality standards.
• Monitor and manage inventory of calibration standards and equipment.
• Participate in inter-laboratory comparison programs.
• Creation of the Electronic inventory and Database for Equipment
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of laboratory processes and procedures

Qualifications and Experience

Qualification Requirements
• Diploma in Applied Physics and instrumentation or equivalent.
• At least 5 years calibration experience working with similar equipment in the health sector.
• Proven experience in calibration and maintenance of laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Familiarity with quality management systems and laboratory accreditation standards including ISO17025.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can submit their detailed CV and cover letter as a single document by Close of Business 31- December-2023 to:

The Human Resource Officer, Biomedical Research and Training Institute (LSS), 10 Seagrave Road, Avondale, Harare

Or Email: [email protected]

PLEASE SPECIFY IN THE EMAIL HEADER THE JOB POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR

Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

VacancyHQ Expert Job Listing Tips

Five tips for a successful application:

Optimize your CV In my experience, your CV can be your strongest or weakest link. Therefore, updating your CV to bring relevance to this role is crucial. Ensure your experiences in calibration in the health sector are highlighted and detailed.
ISO17025 Accreditation Knowledge One notable requirement in job vacancies in Zimbabwe, specifically in health sector roles, is oftentimes a deep familiarity with ISO17025 standards. If you have such familiarity, it should not be hidden in your CV or cover letter.
Communication skills Job offers in Zimbabwe often require strong communication skills. Make sure your CV and cover letter exemplify this alongside your teamwork skills in your past roles.
Details Matter A key factor that recruitment agencies in Zimbabwe look for, and this job does too, is attention to detail. Use your CV and cover letter as proof that you can be detailed and organized.
Transferable Skills If you lack some qualifications but possess similar skills or experiences, highlight those. This might convince the employers to give you a chance.

Five areas to pay great attention to in the job listing

Application Deadline The closing date for applications is 31st December 2023. Be sure to submit your application ahead of time.
Job Title The job title is a crucial detail to note when applying. Remember to specify this accurately in your application email header to avoid confusion.
Post Specifications Note the specifics of the role, primarily focusing on calibration of laboratory instruments. These are areas where your application should show competence.
Organizational Skills The jobs listing mentions organisational abilities, hence it's something BRTI highly values; this should be something that is highlighted in your CV
Application Address Send your applications accurately to the address specified in the job listing

Three ways to stand out from other applicants:

Show Initiative What I have noticed over time is that showing how you've taken initiative in past roles relevant to calibration is a great way to stand out amidst Zimbabwean jobs.
Problem-Solving Skills Besides the commonplace skills, having excellent problem-solving skills in line with the instrumentation role will be noticed. Interviewers are always thrilled by real-life examples of how you tackled a problem.
Hands-on Experience NGO jobs in Zimbabwe value hands-on experience. If you have such, be it internships or volunteering, do not hesitate to include this in your CV.

Three important things novice applicants might miss:

Physical Address Novice applicants may overlook the mention of a physical address, assuming email will suffice for all correspondence. However, physical mail might be asked for at a later stage by BRTI.
Applied Physics Diploma In my experience, some novices may just skim over the qualification requirements; missing one requirement might distort the whole view of the job posting, such as being qualified in Applied Physics and Instrumentation.
Experience in Health Sector Lastly, given that there are multiple jobs in ZW, a quick read through might make an applicant ignore the mention of similar experience in the health sector. However, the mention of 'similar equipment in the health sector' suggests an ideal candidate will have health sector experience.