National Quality Control Laboratory (NQCL) Principal Pharmaceutical Analyst (Sample Management) Jobs in Kenya
Job Summary
Lead and coordinate sample management activities within the laboratory while ensuring compliance with WHO Good Practices for Pharmaceutical Quality Control Laboratories, ISO 17025 standards and regulatory requirements.
Oversee sample receipt, storage, tracking, documentation and disposal processes while maintaining quality, safety and data integrity standards.
Key Responsibilities
Initiate the development and review of procedures and guidelines related to sample management.
Maintain compliance with WHO Good Practices for Pharmaceutical Quality Control Laboratories and ISO 17025 standards.
Ensure compliance with Environmental Health and Safety, Biosafety and Biosecurity requirements.
Monitor laboratory environmental conditions and report any deviations from established standards.
Maintain data security, protection and traceability through the Laboratory Information Management System.
Support departmental performance management, including performance contracting and staff appraisal processes.
Participate in preparation of work plans and ensure efficiency in day-to-day laboratory operations.
Generate requisitions for approval and participate in budget preparation, procurement planning and administrative activities.
Prepare samples for disposal and ensure proper waste management in accordance with approved procedures.
Provide oversight and verification of quotations, invoices, methods of analysis and request forms against analyses conducted by the laboratory.
Coordinate receipt of samples and consignments and ensure conformity with established regulations and procedures.
Establish and maintain repositories and inventories of manufacturer methods, validation data, client samples, client records, costing information and certificates.
Ensure proper disposal of samples in accordance with all applicable laboratory procedures and regulations.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy, Environmental Health or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
Certificate of Registration as a Pharmacist from the Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
Membership to a relevant professional body.
Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health (OSH).
Proficiency in computer applications.
Experience
Minimum cumulative service period of nine (9) years of relevant work experience.
At least three (3) years of experience at the level of Senior Pharmaceutical Analyst or in a comparable position.
Key Competencies
Pharmaceutical Sample Management.
WHO Good Practices for Pharmaceutical Quality Control Laboratories.
ISO 17025 Quality Management Systems.
Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
Environmental Health, Safety, Biosafety and Biosecurity.
Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance.
Sample Tracking, Documentation and Traceability.
Laboratory Operations and Workflow Management.
Data Management and Information Security.
Inventory and Records Management.
Budgeting and Procurement Planning.
Staff Supervision and Performance Management.
Analytical Thinking, Problem-Solving and Attention to Detail.
How to apply
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