Pharmaceutical Analyst I (Medical Devices) at The National Quality Control Laboratory (NQCL)

Job Title : Pharmaceutical Analyst I (Medical Devices)
Advert No : NQCL NO. 10/2026
Terms of Service: Contract (1 Year)
Position Level: NQCL 7
No. of positions: 1

An officer at this level will work under the supervision of a senior officer.
An officer at this level may be deployed in any of the following functional areas: - Vaccines and Biological Analysis, Chemical and Instrumental Analysis, Research, Innovation, Planning and Knowledge Management, and Sample Management and Repository and Quality Assurance.

a) Job Specifications
I. Vaccines and Biological Analysis and Chemical and Instrumental Analysis,
II. Research, Innovation, Planning and Knowledge Management,
i. Implementing policies, strategies, standards, procedures, guidelines and Methodologies on testing and research of Health Products and Technologies (HPTs);
ii. Maintaining WHO Good Practices for Pharmaceutical Quality Control Laboratories and ISO 17025 Standards;
iii. Complying with Environmental Health and Safety, Biosafety, Biosecurity requirements and participate in monitoring the environmental conditions in the Laboratory and report any deviations.
iv. Maintaining data security, protection and tracking through the Laboratory information system;
v. Undertaking performance management of the department including performance contracting and appraisal;
vi. Participating in preparation work plans and ensuring efficiency in the day to day operations of the Laboratory
vii. Creating awareness on Environmental, Health and Safety measures in the Laboratory through.
viii. Identifying potential innovations,technologies, and methods for sharing and technology transfer and undertaking literature search to identify emerging trends in chemical and physical testing
ix. Developing draft reports, abstracts, draft policies for dissemination
x. Participating in proposals development for grants application.
III. Sample Management and Repository
i. Implementing policies, strategies, standards, procedures, guidelines and Methodologies on testing and research of Health Products and Technologies (HPTs);
ii. Maintaining WHO Good Practices for Pharmaceutical Quality Control Laboratories and ISO 17025 Standards;
iii. Complying with Environmental Health and Safety, Biosafety, Biosecurity requirements and participate in monitoring the environmental conditions in the Laboratory and report any deviations.
iv. Maintaining data security, protection and tracking through the Laboratory information system;
v. Undertaking performance management of the department including performance contracting and appraisal;
vi. Participating in training needs and impact assessments
vii. Participating in preparation work plans and ensuring efficiency in the day to day operations of the Laboratory
viii. Generating requisitions for approval and participate in departmental administrative plans, including budgets and procurement plans
ix. Preparing samples for disposal waste in accordance with all applicable procedures;
x. Providing oversight and verification of quotations, invoices, methods of analysis and request forms against the analysis undertaken in the laboratory;
xi. Coordinating receipt of samples or consignments and ensures conformity to the set regulations and procedures;
xii. Establishing and maintaining a data repository/inventory of Manufacturer’s methods and Validation data, client samples, clients listing, costing, certificates among others;
xiii. Ensuring proper disposal of samples in accordance with all applicable procedures;
xiv. Building capacity through inductions,training, and mentorship of personnel; and undertaking performance management
IV. Quality Assurance,

Duties and responsibilities will entail:
i. Developing and ensuring implementation of policies, strategies, standards, procedures, guidelines and Methodologies on testing and research of Health Products and Technologies (HPTs);
ii. Ensuring compliance with WHOGood Practices for Pharmaceutical Quality Control Laboratories and ISO 17025 Standards;
iii. Developing guidelines for Environmental Health and Safety, Biosafety, Biosecurity requirements and participate in monitoring the environmental conditions in the Laboratory and report any deviations.
iv. Maintaining data security, protection and tracking through the Laboratory information system;
v. Undertaking performance management of the department including performance contracting and appraisal;
vi. Participating in preparation of work plans and ensuring efficiency in the day to day
operations of the Laboratory
vii. Generating requisitions for approval and participate in departmental administrative plansincluding budgets and procurement plans
viii. Coordinating Certificate Tests/Inter-Laboratory Comparison Testing (PT/ILT) and, initiate corrective actions from noncompliant results.
ix. Building capacity through inductions, training and mentorship of personnel;

b) Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
ii. Cumulative service period of three (3) years at the grade of Pharmaceutical Analyst II or in a comparable position;
iii. Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy, Environmental Health or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
iv. Certificate of Registration as a Pharmacist from the Pharmacy and Poisons Board
v. Proficiency in computer applications.
vi. Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;

TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT
Successful candidates shall be placed on contract for a period of one (1) year. Other terms and conditions of service shall be guided by the provisions of the National Quality Control Laboratory (NQCL) approved Human Resource Instruments.

Details of the positions are available at: https://nqcl.go.ke

HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants must adhere to the following application instructions. Submit both hard copy and soft copy (PDF format) applications as outlined below.

Required Documents:
1. Copy of National Identification Card
2. Duly signed application letter
3. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
4. Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.

NOTE
NQCL is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity and inclusion for qualified applicants from all backgrounds including persons living with disabilities. Submission Guidelines: - Hard copy applications must be sealed, clearly marked “Confidential”, and indicate the job reference number corresponding to the position applied
for.

Deliver to: Ag. Chief Executive Officer
National Quality Control Laboratory
University of Nairobi
School of Pharmacy Building 2nd Floor – Kenyatta National Hospital
P.O. Box 29726 – 00100
NAIROBI

Soft copy applications must be sent via email to: hr@nqcl.go.ke copy to hrunitnqcl@gmail.com.
Applications must be submitted by 17:00 hrs on 14th April, 2026.