Laboratory Analyst at Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies (MEDS)

Job Description (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies (MEDS) is a registered trust of the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) and Christian Health Association of Kenya (CHAK) with the mandate to provide reliable, quality and affordable essential drugs, medical supplies, training and other pharmaceutical services. Key responsibilities: Analyse samples of raw materials and finished pharmaceutical products to determine quality against set standardsCompile and record data for documentation required for preparation of certificates of analysisMaintain inventory of laboratory reagents, chemicals, glassware for accountabilityReview and update standard operating procedures related to the quality control laboratory.Ensure compliance to safety and regulatory requirements while working under Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).Manage equipment including performing calibration and basic maintenance as required.Maintain records for consumables e.g HPLC columns, reference standards and reagents during sample analysis.Maintain general cleanliness of the quality control laboratory. Job requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Analytical Chemistry or any other related courseAt least 5 years experience in a pharmaceutical laboratory