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

Job Title : Senior Pharmaceutical Analyst (Medical Devices)
Advert No : NQCL NO. 9/2026
Terms of Service: Contract (1 Year)
Position Level: NQCL 6
No. of positions: 1

An officer at this level may be deployed in any of the following functional areas: Biologics and Vaccines Analysis; Physico-chemical Analysis; Research, Innovation, Planning and Knowledge Management; and Sample Management and Quality Assurance.

a) Job Specifications
I. Vaccines and Biological Analysis and Chemical and Instrumental Analysis,
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. Communicating safety measures in the laboratory and ensure availability of Safety Data Sheets(SDS) and avail each hazardous chemical.
iv. Establishing and maintaining a database of all potentially hazardous activities and sources
v. Maintaining data security, protection and tracking through the Laboratory information system;
vi. Undertaking performance management of the department including performance contracting and appraisal;
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. Ensuring proper disposal of samples and reagents and laboratory waste in accordance with all applicable procedures;
x. Ensuring proper disposal of samples and reagents and laboratory waste in accordance with all applicable procedures;
xi. Preparing standard volumetric solutions and reagents following recognized formulas and experimental procedures
xii. Analyzing and recording test data to issue reports that use charts, graphs or narratives.
xiii. Analyzing the results of tests or experiments to ensure conformity to specifications.
xiv. Supervising and instructing technicians and laboratory assistants.
xv. Analyzing Out of Specification samples, radiopharmaceuticals and anti - cancers.
xvi. Capturing and updating relevant data and inventories for samples, reagents, microbes, solutions, equipment and animals related to testing and research of HPTs;
xvii. Participating in the resolution of client complaints relating to technical matters.
xviii. Updating records of recognized Reference materials, including Chemical Reference substances, Buffers and cultures;
xix. Participating in qualification of analytical equipment before commissioning and operating, and troubleshooting instrumentation and performing preventive maintenance.
xx. Performing routine and complex sample analysis, following strict methodologies, recording and interpreting results
xxi. Participating in Laboratory in Certificate Testing/Inter-Laboratory Comparison (ILC)
testing schemes and other activities for assuring quality of test results;
xxii. Undertaking Continuous Professional Development in compliance with the regulatory requirements;
xxiii. Participate in training and mentorship of personnel; and undertaking performance management of the department including performance contracting and appraisal;
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. Generating requisitions for approval and participate in departmental administrative plans, including budgets and procurement plans
viii. Preparing samples for disposal waste in accordance with all applicable procedures;
ix. Conducting research surveys, including Post-Market Surveillance of HPTs at the ports of entries, in collaboration with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board and other relevant bodies.
x. Ensuring technology transfer of novel technologies including Methods of Analysis and formulations between relevant public and private institutions and the Laboratory.
xi. Disseminating research findings emanating from the R & D activities through Abstracts, policy briefs, technical reports, and publication in peer-reviewed journals;
xii. Collaborating with other research institutions and regulators, including KEMRI, universities, PPB, teaching and referral hospitals, national and international pharmaceutical laboratories on various areas of interest including pharmaceutical testing techniques, clinical trials, and Bio-equivalence studies.
xiii. Mobilizing resources through grant application, proposal writing, networking, and seeking strategic partnerships to support research, development and technology transfer;
xiv. Ensuring protection of the Laboratory innovation through application and maintenance of intellectual property rights, patents and copy rights.
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 participating 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. Generating requisitions for approval and participate in departmental administrative plans, including budgets and procurement plans
viii. Preparing samples for disposal waste in accordance with all applicable procedures;
ix. Providing oversight and verification of quotations, invoices, methods of analysis and request forms against the analysis undertaken in the laboratory;
x. Coordinating receipt of samples or consignments and ensures conformity to the set regulations and procedures;
xi. Establishing and maintaining a data repository/inventory of Manufacturer’s methods
and Validation data, client samples, clients listing, costing, certificates among others;
xii. Ensuring proper disposal of samples in accordance with all applicable procedures;
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. Ensuring compliance 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. Conducting performance evaluations that are timely and constructive
vi. Participating in preparation work plans and ensuring efficiency in the day to day operations of the Laboratory
vii. Generating requisitions for approval and participate in departmental administrative plans, including budgets and procurement plans
viii. Coordinate Certificate Tests/Inter-Laboratory Comparison Testing (PT/ILT) and, initiate corrective actions from noncompliant results.

b) Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
i. Cumulative relevant service period of Six (6) years(3) of which should have been in the grade of Pharmaceutical Analyst I or in a comparable position;
ii. Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy, Environmental Health or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
iii. Certificate of Registration as a Pharmacist from the Pharmacy and Poisons Board
iv. Membership to a relevant professional body
v. Proficiency in computer applications.

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.