Head Laboratory Services

• 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.