54gene was founded in 2019 by Dr. Abasi Ene-Obong to address the significant gap in the global genomics market; Nearly 90% of genetic material used in pharmaceutical research is Caucasian. Only 2% is African, despite the fact that Africans and people of African ancestry are more genetically diverse than all other world populations combined.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Clinical Data Manager
Location: Lagos
Department: Diagnostics
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Reports to: Head of Lab Operations
Job Description
- The clinical data manager is responsible for overseeing all clinical data related activities within the organization.
- S/he will liaise with the research and laboratory teams and advise on matters pertaining to clinical medicine.
- S/he will oversee the activities of Data Entry Officers (DEOs) and ensure the quality of data entered as assigned to diagnostic services.
- They will also be accountable for maintaining privacy and confidentiality of all clinical data collected.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Liaise with the research and laboratory teams and advise on matters pertaining to clinical medicine.
- Oversee the activities of data entry officers and ensure the quality of data entered as assigned to diagnostic services.
- He/She will also be accountable for maintaining privacy and confidentiality of all clinical data collected.
- Perform training on data review and collection, and approved 54gene web based portal use along with the engineering department.
- Liaise with the quality control (QC) team to ensure that all data is of the highest quality.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Proficient in Microsoft office and other data analytic software
- Up-to-date on relevant clinical and laboratory knowledge
- Must be meticulous
- Must have good knowledge of quality management system and able to perform quality control activities
- Ability to work across different teams within the organisation
- Ability to learn in a fast-paced work environment
- Ability to coordinate and manage tasks and processes with minimal supervision
- Strong sense of responsibility with keen attention to details
- Good communication skills and solid people management abilities
Education & Certifications
- Essential: Qualified Medical Doctor (MBBS/MD) with valid practicing license
- Desirable: Master’s in a health-related field
Experience:
- At least 3 years post-graduate experience working in a clinical or research-based setting
Other:
- Authorization to work in the Nigeria
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Job Title: Sample Collection Manager / Clinical Lead
Location: Lagos
Department: Diagnostics
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Reports to: Head of Diagnostics
Job Description
- The Sample Collection Manager is responsible for overseeing the team involved in collecting diagnostic specimens for testing (principally COVID-19 test).
Roles and Responsibilities
- Perform training on data review and collection, approved 54gene web based portal use, and sample collection process for all team members.
- Liaise with safety officer to ensure all team members have been trained on safety and adequate use of Personal Protective Equipment.
- Planning and creating the team’s weekly schedules
- Planning and creating the sample collection weekly schedules with oversight of the account managers
- Liaise with the procurement team to ensure the sample collection team has all equipment they need to successfully carry out duties.
- Liaise with logistics to ensure adequate transportation is available for all collections
- Meetings with Team leads to review feedback and implement improvement strategies as needed
- Step into role as sample collection/data collection officer when needed
- Liaise with contacts provided by account manager to ensure collections go well, and update clients where necessary about all things regarding the sample collection process
- Liaise with account managers to obtain information regarding all collections prior to the date
- Liaise with the quality control (QC) team to ensure that all data collected by the sample collection team is of the highest quality
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and other data analytic software
- Good administrative and people management skills
- Ability to respond quickly and diligently to unexpected situations
- Able to perform quality control measures on activities
- Good communication and customer service skills
- Fluent in English (+/- other local languages)
Education & Certifications:
- Essential: Qualified Medical Doctor (MBBS/MD) with valid practicing license
- Desirable: Master’s in a health-related field
Experience:
- At least 3 years post-graduate experience working in a clinical or research-based setting
Other:
- Authorization to work in the Nigeria
- Valid international travel documentation
- Willingness to travel
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
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