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Laboratory Analyst – Physico-Chemical

Zambia Medicines Regulatory Authority (ZAMRA)
📍 LusakaCDI🗓️ 13 days ago

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Lusaka
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ZAMBIA MEDICINES REGULATORY AUTHORITY (ZAMRA) — EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES The Zambia Medicines Regulatory Authority (ZAMRA) invites applications from suitably qualified Zambian citizens for the position of Laboratory Analyst – Physico-Chemical . Duty Station: ZAMRA Head Office, Lusaka Job Purpose: To carry out physico-chemical analysis of medicines and allied substances in accordance with pharmacopoeial and validated methods, within the laboratory’s quality management system, in order to ensure that only products of acceptable quality are available on the Zambian market. Person Specifications and Qualifications: Full Form V/Grade 12 School Certificate with five (5) ‘O’ Level credits or better, including English, Mathematics and Chemistry; Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree, Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or any related science; A minimum of two (2) years’ relevant work experience in a pharmaceutical or analytical quality control laboratory; and Membership to relevant professional body. Required Skills and Attributes: Practical experience in the use of analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC, UV-Visible and FTIR spectrophotometers, dissolution testers and Karl Fischer titrators; Knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 and Good Laboratory Practice will be an added advantage; Good analytical skills and attention to detail; Proficiency in computer skills, including laboratory data management systems; Good planning and organisation skills; Ability to work under minimal supervision and as part of a team; Good report writing and communication skills; and Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information. Duties and Responsibilities: Conduct physico-chemical analysis of samples of medicines and allied substances submitted for registration, post-marketing surveillance and investigation, using compendial (BP, USP, Ph. Int.) and validated methods; Undertake verification and validation of analytical methods in order to ensure the reliability of test results; Accurately record, review and report analytical results and prepare Certificates of Analysis; Operate, calibrate and carry out routine maintenance of laboratory equipment in order to ensure accuracy and continuity of testing; Receive, register, store and dispose of samples in accordance with laboratory procedures, maintaining the chain of custody; Manage reference standards, reagents and laboratory consumables; Investigate out-of-specification results and implement appropriate corrective and preventive actions; Participate in proficiency testing and inter-laboratory comparison schemes; Implement and maintain the laboratory quality management system in line with ISO/IEC 17025 and WHO requirements; Contribute to the development and review of standard operating procedures and work instructions; Observe laboratory health, safety and environmental requirements; and Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

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