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Molecular Diagnostic Manager Job Post
Location: Jobs in Uganda 2026 - 2027
Work Hours: Full-time, 08 hours per day
Salary:
UGX
No. of vacancies: 01
Deadline: September 18 2026
Hiring Organization: Microhaem Scientifics
Job Details:
Reports to: Chief Manufacturing Officer, with matrix accountability to QMS Director
Type of Contract: Fixed Term
Department: Production (Molecular Reagents Manufacturing)
Supervisory Authority Over: Molecular Scientists
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
JOB PURPOSE:
Microhaem is seeking an experienced Molecular Diagnostic Manager to lead the end-to-end manufacturing of molecular diagnostic reagents. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise, proven leadership in scale-up, and mastery of GMP/ISO 13485 frameworks to ensure high-quality, globally competitive products.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead daily production of molecular diagnostic
Ensure strict compliance with GMP, ISO 13485, SOPs, and quality
Supervise and train production staff; plan manpower
Oversee batch production records, documentation, and CAPA
Monitor equipment performance, calibration, and preventive
Drive workflow optimization and continuous process
Lead scale-up of production from pilot to commercial batches, ensuring reproducibility and regulatory
Implement electronic batch records and LIMS integration for
Support incoming, in-process, and final QC testing requirements for open systems and/or closed molecular
Document all production activities in compliance with ISO 13485 and/or WHO TGS/TSS
Participate in method validation, verification, and technology development and transfer
Identify opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction without compromising reagent
Ensure SOPs and batch records are in place and consistently
Oversee design and execution of performance evaluation studies (analytical and clinical).
Champion contamination control strategies (cleanroom zoning, environmental monitoring).
Work closely with R&D, QA, QC, and regulatory teams to support new product
Train junior production staff on GMP/ISO 13485-compliant molecular reagent production techniques and GMP principles.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or related field preferred.
Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in molecular diagnostic production in a GMP/ISO 13485-compliant manufacturing
Minimum of 3 years’ leadership experience as a supervisor of molecular reagent production teams.
Proven track record in scaling up molecular diagnostic reagent production, compliant with GMP/ISO 13485
Minimum 5 years in molecular diagnostics manufacturing, with at least 4 years in GMP/ISO 13485-compliant manufacturing leadership
KEY COMPETENCIES
Strong command of molecular reagent production, i.e., PCR/qPCR, RT-PCR, DNA/RNA extraction, and reagent
Experience with both open and closed molecular
Hands-on expertise with automated liquid handling, lyophilisation, and cleanroom mixing
Knowledge of GMP, ISO 13485, IMDRF, GHTF, CLSI, and WHO TGS/TSS frameworks for IVD regulation and guidance.
Strategic leadership in manufacturing scale-up.
Strong regulatory and compliance
Ability to mentor and build resilient teams.
Application procedure
All eligible applicants should submit their applications with detailed and up-to-date CVs, certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates, and any other supporting documents, daytime telephone contacts, and addresses of two referees (including the current employer, where applicable) addressed to:
The Director Human Resource,
Microhaem Scientifics and Medical Supplies Limited
Plot 16 A-C Martyrs Way Ntinda
P.O Box 73496, Kampala, Uganda
Applications should be sent by email to: recruitment@microhaem.co.ug as a single file in Portable Document Format (PDF). Applications should reference the Job Title in the subject of the email. Please note that physical applications will not be accepted.
Date Posted: 2026-08-27
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