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Jhpiego

Global health NGO improving maternal care

Laboratory Specialist

Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeGuatemala City, GuatemalaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A degree in biological chemistry (químico(a) biólogo(a)) and active professional registration are required.
  • Five to six years of experience in similar positions are required.
  • Availability to travel to project intervention areas 50% of the time is required.
  • Experience in public health services of MSPAS is required.
  • Intermediate professional English or higher is required.

Responsibilities

  • Implement activities to strengthen the project's laboratory and blood bank network in accordance with MSPAS and project technical, regulatory, and operational guidelines.
  • Participate in monitoring and continuous learning activities for the component, including collecting data and key information to strengthen decision-making and adjust strategies to the needs of health services.
  • Provide technical assistance for procurement and use of supplies provided to strengthen the laboratory and blood bank network.
  • Collaborate in preparing technical reports.
  • Develop monthly activity plans responsive to the priorities of each health service.
  • Inform the supervisor of gaps in activity scheduling so activities can be rescheduled.
  • Coordinate actions and maintain an effective, respectful relationship with MSPAS and all project partners.
  • Communicate effectively and respectfully with team members, fostering a cordial and collaborative environment.
  • Report unexpected events or risks within or potentially affecting the project.
  • Collaborate with project teams and/or global teams on design, implementation, and monitoring activities for the component.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Postgraduate studies in molecular biology, public health, epidemiology, or related areas are desirable.

About the Company

Jhpiego

Global health NGO improving maternal care

Jhpiego is a nonprofit health organization that designs and runs international health programs in low-resource settings. It provides training, technical assistance, and field-based support to health workers and ministries of health, with programs delivered through local partners to improve safe care and infection prevention. It distinguishes itself through long-term partnerships with governments and health facilities, a strong link to Johns Hopkins, and a focus on implementing proven practices at scale. Its goal is to reduce preventable deaths and strengthen health systems by building local capacity.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$1.2M
Headquarters
Baltimore, MD
Founded
1973

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