JOB POSITION FOR MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST
JOB VACANCY: MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST
Organisation: Planned Parenthood Federation of Nigeria (PPFN)
Position: Medical Laboratory Scientist
Location: Sokoto State
Employment Type: Full-time
Contract Duration: 3 Years (Renewable based on performance, organisational needs, and funding)
Remuneration: Competitive salary with applicable allowances, health insurance, and work tools in line with organisational policy.
About the Role
The Planned Parenthood Federation of Nigeria (PPFN) is seeking a qualified and experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our healthcare team in Sokoto State. This role is ideal for a dedicated laboratory professional committed to delivering accurate diagnostic services, upholding rigorous laboratory standards, and contributing to quality healthcare delivery within reproductive health and primary care settings.
Key Responsibilities
Diagnostic Testing: Conduct laboratory investigations and process clinical specimens (haematology, clinical chemistry, microbiology, parasitology, and serology) following approved procedures.
Quality Assurance: Implement stringent quality control and quality assurance protocols to guarantee reliable, accurate, and timely reporting of laboratory results.
Equipment & Inventory Management: Operate, maintain, and clean laboratory equipment while monitoring stock levels for reagents and consumables.
Safety & Compliance: Strictly adhere to biosafety guidelines, infection prevention and control (IPC) protocols, and biomedical waste management standards.
Documentation & Collaboration: Maintain precise laboratory records, registers, and inventory logs while protecting client confidentiality and collaborating seamlessly with the broader healthcare team.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education: Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (BMLS) from a recognised institution.
Licensure: Current registration and a valid practising licence issued by the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN).
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of relevant post-qualification experience in a hospital, clinic, diagnostic laboratory, or related healthcare setting.
Core Competencies:
Practical knowledge of laboratory quality control and safety procedures.
Proficiency in equipment maintenance and inventory control.
Preferred Advantages:
Good computer literacy and familiarity with electronic laboratory or health information systems.
Prior professional experience working within an NGO, primary healthcare, or reproductive health environment.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application package via email to:
Email: mds@ppfn.org
Email Subject: Application – Medical Laboratory Scientist, Sokoto
Required Application Documents:
A one-page application letter detailing your motivation and suitability for the role.
An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) of no more than three pages.
Evidence of current MLSCN registration and a valid practising licence.
Personal contact address.
Completed Applicant Forms 1 and 2 (please consult the official PPFN recruitment notice to access these forms and review full submission instructions).
Application Deadline
Timeline: PPFN guidelines require applications to be submitted within two weeks of publication.
Note: Candidates are advised to apply promptly and verify that the vacancy remains open prior to submission. Ensure all instructions are strictly followed to guarantee consideration.
PPFN is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
