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Head Laboratory Services

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  • Provide strategic direction and oversight for all laboratory operations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and clinical priorities.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop laboratory staff to maintain a high‑performing, quality‑driven team.
  • Oversee implementation and continuous improvement of quality management systems to meet accreditation and regulatory standards.
  • Ensure accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of all diagnostic testing and laboratory outputs.
  • Drive innovation by evaluating and adopting new technologies, equipment, and diagnostic methodologies.
  • Manage laboratory budgets, resource allocation, and equipment maintenance to optimize operational efficiency.
  • Establish and enforce laboratory policies, SOPs, and safety protocols to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
  • Collaborate with clinicians, hospital leadership, and external partners to enhance service delivery and support patient‑centered care.


Qualification Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science (BMLS) or equivalent from an accredited institution.
  • Current practicing license from the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN).
  • Postgraduate qualification such as MSc, MPH, MBA, or relevant specialty certification (e.g., Quality Management, Molecular Diagnostics) is strongly preferred.
  • Minimum of 7 years professional laboratory experience, with at least 3–5 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
  • Demonstrated experience managing laboratory operations, quality management systems (QMS), and accreditation processes (e.g., ISO 15189).
  • Strong knowledge of diagnostic technologies, laboratory equipment, and modern testing methodologies.
  • Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and drive operational efficiency.
  • Experience working in hospital laboratories, diagnostic centers, or reference labs is an added advantage.

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