The International Foundation Against Infectious Disease in Nigeria (ifain.org), is a non Governmental, not-for-profit organization whose mission is to execute medical research in the field of infectious diseases with the goal of identifying causes of serious infections and promoting cure or prevention for these conditions in Nigeria. The organization is supported by research grants from foreign universities, international donor agencies and has collaborative links with several Nigerian tertiary institutions. 

 

We seek applications from qualified candidates to fill the position:

 

Medical Laboratory Scientist 

 

Position Summary/Purpose of Position

•  Medical Laboratory Scientists will provide support for different research projects that require basic medical microbiology and hematology skills.

•  Experience with managing automated bacterial culture systems will be an advantage.

•  Highly motivated and diligent personnel holding this position may have the benefit of supported additional training overseas.

•  Work hours on this program are project-target driven and may not conform to routine/standard work hours.

 

 

Qualifications

•  Minimum requirement consist of Bachelors degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences.

•  Candidates with a Masters degree in medical microbiology or related basic medical sciences with interest in medical research are also invited to apply.

•  Previous experience in a medical facility will be an advantage but not mandatory.

 

Method of Application

Interested candidates should please submit cover letter with research interests, curriculum vitae, name and e-mail address of three professional references to: [email protected]

 

Note: Only e-mailed applications will be accepted.