Malawi Full-Time
ICAP at Columbia University, in partnership with the
Ministry of Health (MoH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (
CDC), is planning to conduct a population-level HIV indicator assessment (
PHIA) to estimate the population-level impact of the national HIV prevention,
care and treatment programs in Malawi. The goal of this p
Ministry of Health (MoH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (
CDC), is planning to conduct a population-level HIV indicator assessment (
PHIA) to estimate the population-level impact of the national HIV prevention,
care and treatment programs in Malawi. The goal of this p
roject is to identify
at the national level key HIV-related outcomes, including HIV incidence, HIV
prevalence, CD4+ count distribution, prevalence of suppressed HIV viral load,
as well as prevalence of high risk behaviors and uptake of HIV-related
services. In addition to providing important programmatic information to the
MoH, the assessment of the national HIV program is of great value to HIV
researchers and public health experts.
Reporting to the ICAP Project Manager for the Malawi
PHIA, the Laboratory Manager will be responsible for overseeing the
laboratory component of the PHIA. The Laboratory Manager will also work closely
with the in-country sub-contracted lab organization, CDC, MoH and survey teams
to ensure that laboratory samples are correctly collected, processed, and
transported and that results are returned in a timely manner.
PHIA, the Laboratory Manager will be responsible for overseeing the
laboratory component of the PHIA. The Laboratory Manager will also work closely
with the in-country sub-contracted lab organization, CDC, MoH and survey teams
to ensure that laboratory samples are correctly collected, processed, and
transported and that results are returned in a timely manner.
This position is grant funded.
Note: The successful candidate will be a locally hired
employee of the ICAP in Malawi office with a competitive salary and benefits
package.
employee of the ICAP in Malawi office with a competitive salary and benefits
package.
Major Accountabilities
- Assist with development of Standard Operating
Procedures ( SOPs) for the implementation of all lab related aspects of
the PHIA project - Hire, train and supervise a team of laboratory
officers - Review the development and implementation of
QA/QC procedures for HIV rapid testing conducted by the laboratory
subcontractor in the study - Review the development and implementation of
QA/QC procedures for the collection, processing and storage of other
study-related lab specimens by the survey subcontractor in the study - Ensure laboratory specimen data are correctly
captured in the study database and assist with routine data analysis - Assist with the interpretation of laboratory
results from the PHIA project and provide feedback on ways to improve/streamline
lab procedures and systems - Assist the PHIA team to develop strategies to
ensure timely reporting of results to study participants - Review weekly laboratory reports provided by the
laboratory subcontractor, and assist the Project Manager with preparing
regular progress reports - Represent ICAP in discussions with national
stakeholders, such as the National Referral Laboratory, and assess ways in
which national capacity to process samples can be developed and
strengthened - Liaise with laboratory technical staff in ICAP NY
Headquarters (HQs), and CDC Malawi - Perform other related duties as directed
Education
- Master’s degree in a relevant scientific field
Experience, Skills & Minimum Required
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Minimum five (5) years of experience managing a
clinical or research laboratory - Extensive knowledge and experience in design,
implementation and management of laboratory services in HIV programs - Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience of
procurement procedures and equipment/supply/stock tracking and inventory - Demonstrated experience with lab-related data
management systems - High level of proficiency in relevant computer
applications, particularly Excel - Excellent interpersonal, management, and
communication skills
Travel Requirements
- Periodic international travel to Zimbabwe to
support the ZIMPHIA project staff, as needed
Application Instructions
To apply, please send a cover letter and CV to:
icap-jobs-malawi@columbia.edu.
icap-jobs-malawi@columbia.edu.
Please indicate “Laboratory Manager – Malawi
PHIA” in the subject line.
PHIA” in the subject line.
Please do not attach any certificates when submitting
on line. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.
on line. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.
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orientation, status as a Vietnam era or disabled veteran, or any other legally
protected status.
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applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, gender, religion,
creed, national and ethnic origin, age, citizenship, status as a perceived or
actual victim of domestic violence, disability, marital status, sexual
orientation, status as a Vietnam era or disabled veteran, or any other legally
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