Laboratory Quality Assurance Specialist
- Location
- Cape Town, Western Cape
- Minimum qualification
- Diploma
- Closing date
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In brief
**Overview** The University of Cape Town is inviting applications for a Laboratory Quality Assurance Specialist role, which is fundamental to the success of research activities and operations within their dynamic group. This specialist will work under the supervision of the SATVI Laboratory Manager, in coordination and consultation with the Deputy Director, Immunology and the SATVI Worcester Field Site Laboratory Manager. The position is based in Cape Town, providing support for both the Cape Town and Worcester laboratories. **What you will do** * Manage the SATVI Laboratory Quality Assurance Programme, which includes overseeing the Quality Management System (QMS), leading internal and external audits/monitoring visits and accreditation processes, administering document control, facilitating quality-related training, and managing non-conformances, risk, and quality metrics. * Oversee Laboratory Procedures, including environmental monitoring, equipment inventory, calibration/verification schedules, and staff training and competency programmes. * Manage Data, ensuring quality laboratory data practices, ensuring the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) remains aligned to the lab QMS and study requirements, managing data/record retention, and monitoring key performance indicators. * Contribute to Laboratory Operations by supporting inventory management, laboratory meetings, on-call staff, and laboratory health and safety compliance. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * National Diploma in Biomedical Technology or a Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Laboratory Sciences BHSc or Bachelor of Science BSc in Health and/or Biological Sciences. * Registration with the HPCSA, or equivalent, if applicable. * A minimum of 5 years’ clinical research experience. * 2 years’ experience in designing, implementing, and monitoring an ISO15189/17025 and/or GCLP quality management system. * Knowledge and previous or Current Good Clinical Practice GCP certification and Good Clinical Laboratory Practice GCLP. * Fluency in English and a working knowledge of Afrikaans or IsiXhosa. * Computer literacy Office 365 * Valid Driver’s License and actively driving. **Who should apply** Not specified **Deadline** 26th October, 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/laboratory-quality-assurance-specialist-university-of-cape-town Source: myjobmag
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