Laboratory Research Scientists/ Technologists

Zambart is a research-focused non-governmental organisation that conducts research on HIV and Tuberculosis to help control and mitigate the impact of the dual epidemic. Zambart staff form an interdisciplinary team with a range of expertise including epidemiology, clinical science, social science, laboratory, operations research, health systems and services research, health policy analysis, health economics, health communication research compliance and counselling. Zambart under the TREATS study has vacancies in the following positions: Candidates to fill the position of Laboratory Research Scientists/ Technologists in Lusaka, Livingstone, Choma, Kabwe, Ndola and Kitwe:

Responsibilities

TREATs Study Summary

The overall aim of TREATS project is to measure the impact of a combined TB/HIV intervention of population level screening for TB, combined with universal testing and treatment (UTT) for HIV, delivered over 4 years, on TB incidence, prevalence of TB disease and incidence of TB infection.

Study Laboratory Research Scientist /Technologists

TB Testing using Gene Xpert

Preparation of blood samples for QFT-Plus Testing

Perform other laboratory tasks as may be assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Science or Biological Science

At least 2 year experience laboratory experience in all facets of TB and HIV serology, blood bank, Quality Control and Quality Assurance

Familiar with the laboratory Data Management Software (LDMS) and Databases

Able to work with minimum supervision

How to apply

Submit your application letter, CV and certificates to:

The Human Resources Manager,

Zambart Head Office,

UNZA School of Medicine,

Ridgeway Campus,

PO Box 50697,

Lusaka.