Locum Medical Laboratory Scientist

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LAB360 Medical Laboratory in Abuja, Nigeria is hiring a Locum Medical Laboratory Scientist on a contract basis to work 2 days per week. The role involves sample analysis, equipment maintenance, and quality control to support medical diagnosis.

• Contract position, 2 days per week.
• Location: Jabi, Abuja (FCT).
• Responsibilities include sample analysis and equipment maintenance.

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Locum Medical Laboratory Scientist at LAB360 Medical Laboratory ⏲ Jul 28, 2026, 11:03 AM ⋕ View all Medical & Healthcare jobs LAB360 is a leading Medical Laboratory in Abuja Nigeria, and has been providing quality health care services that is fast and reliable since its inception in 2019. Through the application of modern, innovative technologies and the adherence to laboratory testing standard and ethical practices, LAB360 is able to deliver accurate test results that not only meets the medical testing needs of clients but also improves their quality of lives and overall wellbeing. LAB360 Medical Laboratory is currently seeking to hire a qualified professional to work as a LOCUM Medical Laboratory Scientist at its healthcare facility located in Abuja, Nigeria. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Locum Medical Laboratory Scientist Location: Jabi, Abuja (FCT) Employment Type: Contract Responsible to: Lab supervisor and the Lab Director Job Overview The role entails sample analysis and the findings support the medical diagnosis of clients. Essentially, the Locum Medical Laboratory Scientist is responsible to ensure that clients and partners receive timely, accurate results for their ordered laboratory tests while adhering to the industry and organisation’s standard, quality, procedures, policies, protocols and regulations during the analysis of samples. The Locum Medical Laboratory Scientist typically works in the laboratory to test various samples provided. Job Description The role requires a good knowledge in industry standard practice of testing samples, examining samples, and assessing the accuracy of the test results and monitoring of quality control data. The role contributes to supportingthe operations and functioning of the Laboratory inperforming basic, complex and specialised tests for diagnosis, treatment, management, and prevention of diseases. The role also contributes to the organisations’ policies and commitments towards quality assurance. The role requires the skills to operate, maintain and clean modern laboratory equipment and to integrate findings and patients’ records into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). The Locum Medical Laboratory Scientist will work as part of the Laboratory Team while interfacing with front office team and the maintenance staff. The role requires a good understanding of laboratory procedures, laboratory work flow organisation and coordination with patients, and other staff. The Locum Medical Laboratory Scientist role requires a good knowledge and understanding of clinical work, compliance and adherence to standards and procedures, quality assurance and quality control. Key Job Role Functions The key functions for the job role are: Communication and teamwork Analysis of samples Laboratory equipment use and maintenance Compliance and adherence with procedures, standards, policies, regulations, operations and quality Working Conditions The work of the LOCUM Medical Laboratory Scientist is conducted essentially in the laboratory set up in accordance with industry standards. Hence, The duties of the role are carried out in person and not remotely. The working environment is an ideal and standard laboratory health care service provider setup environment. The LOCUM Medical Laboratory Scientist works 2 days/week at the Laboratory address in Jabi, Abuja probably with short occasional out of office to client’s residence or office for sample collection. Duties and Key Responsibilities: The LOCUM Medical Laboratory Scientist is responsible for the following specific duties and responsibilities: Analysis of samples: Use, access information and record information in the LMIS (Laboratory Information Management System) Carry out laboratory analysis on samples following standard operating procedures and measures, and laboratory policies that are compliant with industry standards and organisation’s requirements: Follow organisation’s procedures and protocols for documenting and reporting tests findings Perform phlebotomy work, collect sample following standard procedure without causing undue discomfort to the patient Receive and conduct a pre‐analytical processing of samples collected following organisation’s sample rejection or acceptance criteria Laboratory equipment use and maintenance: Support the laboratory team in following the servicing policies and compliance policies for operating, cleaning, calibrating and maintenance of the laboratory equipment and machines Carry out cleaning and maintenance of work area Read and comprehend user manuals to ensure familiarity with the functioning of laboratory equipment and machines Watch indicators to ensure that equipment and machines are working properly Describe efficiently, equipment and machine failure to the laboratory staff and team to enable prompt troubleshooting and repairs Compliance and adherence with procedures, standards, policies, regulations, operations and quality: Comply with organisation’s confidentiality policies Follow organisation’s regulations, policies and standards towards ensuring processes, procedures and practices are compliant with industry standards and the requirements: of the organisation. Adhere to all safety and hygiene measures and procedures, infection control policies and procedures including biomedical waste disposal protocols Follow organisation’s operating standards, procedures and protocols for analysis of samples Practice and maintain quality assurance and quality control measures and activities Communication and teamwork: Use proper manner for greeting and interacting with patients Adhere to organisation’s codes of conduct while performing duties Be up to date with all the tests and service products knowledge and information, policies and procedures followed in the organisation Work well under pressure and communicate effectively with the patients Respect client’s need for privacy Communicate, share information and collaborate with other team members and organisation staff to enable efficient delivery of work that meet requirements: of the role and the organization’s standard of performance Job Requirements: The nature of the work of the LOCUM Medical Laboratory Scientist is both analytical and technical hence requires a mix of specific requirements. Minimum Educational Requirement: Degree in Medical Laboratory Science (with valid practicing MLSCN license) or Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (with experience: of minimum three years in medical laboratory work, with a valid practicing MLSCN license) Preferred Technical Training: Post NYSC 1-2 year(s) work experience: Additional Requirements: Experience: in the use of a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) or hospital software. Experience: with listening, reading and understanding information presented in writing, spoken words and in digital format. Experience: with compliance to industry standards and regulations, quality assurance and quality control. Experience: with trouble shooting laboratory machines. Experience: in planning, prioritizing, organising work and time management. Experience: in using logic and reasoning. Experience: in phlebotomy and sample collection, Experience: in the use of laboratory equipment. Experience: with applying laboratory procedures. Experience: with biohazard waste disposal and following safety guidelines. Required Competencies: The required competencies for this position are: Planning and organising skills. Problem solving skills. Professionalism. Continuous learning. Decision making skills. Writing skills, reading skills, effective oral communication (listening and speaking skills) and interpersonal skills. Technical skills, Analytical skills. Patient centricity. Efficient resource use. Attention to details. Computer applications use skills. Observational skills. Teamwork. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their cover letter and curriculum vitae (CV) to: [email protected] using "LOCUM Medical Laboratory Scientist" as the subject of the email. Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview, which is tentatively scheduled for 8 August 2026. Application Deadline: 4th August, 2026. View all Jobs in Nigeria Abuja Locum Medical Laboratory Scientist job vacancies in Nigeria