# Lab Technologists – PCR Laboratory

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Company: CIDRZ

Category: Information & Communication Technology

Location: Zambia, Lusaka, Ndola

Work type: Full-time

Work arrangement: On-site

Published: 2026-10-28

Expires: 2026-12-12

## Job Description

### Description

Job Summary

The PCR Technologist will support the provision of high-quality molecular laboratory testing services for the Anti-Retroviral Treatment (ART) programme. The position will support Viral Load (VL), Early Infant Diagnosis (EID), Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), and HIV Drug Resistance Testing (DRT).

Main duties

- Perform molecular testing for VL, EID, HPV and HIV Drug Resistance Testing in accordance with approved procedures and standards.

- Ensure accurate and timely reporting of laboratory results through DISA and other nationally approved Laboratory Information Systems.

- Implement and maintain laboratory Quality Management Systems (QMS) in line with ISO 15189 principles, including internal quality control and external quality assurance requirements.

- Monitor and manage laboratory reagents and consumables using e-LMIS to ensure uninterrupted testing services.

- Provide technical support and mentorship to supported facilities on specimen collection, packaging, storage, transportation and results management.

- Participate in external quality assessment programmes and ensure timely testing and submission of results to relevant assessing agencies.

- Strengthen collaboration and referral networks with PCR laboratories and other relevant laboratory services.

Qualifications 

- A Diploma in Biomedical Sciences with at least three (3) years’ relevant work experience. A Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Sciences or a related field will be an added advantage.

- A valid practicing license with the Health Professions Council of Zambia (HPCZ).

- At least two (2) years’ relevant laboratory experience in a PCR/molecular laboratory.

- Experience implementing laboratory Quality Management Systems, with knowledge of ISO 15189.

- Training in SLMTA/SLIPTA will be an added advantage.

- Training in Biosafety and Biosecurity and/or National Rapid HIV Testing will be an added advantage.

- Good computer skills and ability to work with relevant laboratory information systems.

- Ability to work effectively with minimum supervision.

- Strong technical knowledge of molecular/PCR laboratory procedures.

- Strong commitment to laboratory quality, accuracy and biosafety.

- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Effective communication and mentorship skills.

- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Suitably qualified candidates are invited to apply. However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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