Field Supervisor — Laboratory

Field Supervisor — Laboratory | CISM | Namaacha, Province ofMaputo

TheCentro de Investigação em Saúde de Manhiça (CISM)— one of the most recognized and respected biomedical research institutions in Africa — is recruiting aField Supervisor — Laboratoryto join the team of theSLANstudy, based inNamaacha, Province ofMaputo.

This is a unique opportunity for professionals passionate abouthealthand biomedical sciences to directly contribute to scientific research with real impact on Mozambican communities. If you have laboratory experience, a strong sense of precision, and a desire to grow within a world-class research environment, this position was made for you.

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About CISM and the SLAN Study

TheCentro de Investigação em Saúde de Manhiça (CISM), headquartered in Manhiça, Province ofMaputo, is an internationally prestigious institution, recognized for the quality and rigor of its research in public health, tropical diseases, and biomedicine in resource-limited settings.

TheSLANstudy focuses on the diagnosis, monitoring, and control of parasitic diseases — namelyschistosomiasisandsoil-transmitted helminthiases— in vulnerable populations. This is a project with direct implications for national public health and with international scientific visibility.

The Field Supervisor — Laboratory will serve as an operational pillar of this research, ensuring that every sample, every record, and every procedure meets the highest standards of scientific and ethical quality.

The Role and Its Impact

As aField Supervisor — Laboratory, your core mission will be to ensure thedaily coordination of laboratory activitiesfor the SLAN study in Namaacha. You will be responsible for the quality, traceability, and integrity of all processes — from sample reception through to the submission of final data.

Your work will have a direct impact on the scientific validity of the study's results and, consequently, on the public health policies that stem from them. This is not merely a technical role — it is a position ofoperational leadershipwith real accountability over people, processes, and outcomes.

Detailed Responsibilities

Laboratory Coordination and Supervision

• Supervise and coordinate thedaily laboratory activitiesassociated with the study, ensuring strict adherence to the established protocol.
• Oversee thereception, identification, processing, and registrationof stool and urine samples, ensuring full traceability at every stage.
• Ensureexact correspondencebetween field forms, laboratory records, and analytical results, eliminating identification errors or inconsistencies.
• Provide technical support to the local team in carrying out the planned laboratory techniques, includingKato-Katz, urine filtration, and preparation of aliquots forqPCR.

Quality Control and Compliance

• Implement and monitorlaboratory quality control procedures, including record verification, critical review of results, and systematic documentation of non-conformities.
• Ensure that all procedures are carried out in accordance with the study protocol, theStandard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and internationally recognized good laboratory practices.
• Verify thequality, completeness, and consistencyof laboratory data prior to submission to the data team or study coordination.
• Ensure theconfidentiality of participant dataand strict adherence to the ethical principles applicable to health research.

Biosafety and Materials Management

• Ensure full compliance withbiosafety standards, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), safe handling of biological samples, and correct management of laboratory waste.
• Monitor theavailability and appropriate useof materials, reagents, consumables, and equipment required for the continuous operation of laboratory activities.
• Promptly inform study coordination ofmaterial replenishment needs, technical challenges, delays, or detected non-conformities.

Sample and Data Management

• Support theorganization, preservation, and traceabilityof samples intended for subsequent analyses, including analyses byqPCR, where applicable.
• Ensure the integrity of the sample chain of custody, from collection to final storage, with no gaps in identification or documentation.

Team Leadership and Communication

• Guide and support the local laboratory team, fostering aculture of quality, rigor, and accountabilityshared by all team members.
• Serve as theliaisonbetween the laboratory team, the field team, the health unit, and the study's central coordination.
• Prepare and submitregular reportson the progress of laboratory activities, quality control, materials stock, and key operational challenges encountered.

Ideal Candidate Profile

CISM is looking for a professional witha solid technical background, a strong sense of responsibility, and a demonstrated ability to work with rigor in research environments. Attention to detail, proactiveness, and leadership capability in field settings are absolutely essential qualities for success in this role.

Academic Background

• Secondary level — 12th grade(required), preferably in Laboratory Science, Biology, Biomedical Sciences, or related fields.
• Undergraduate degree in progress or completed inBiosciences, Public Health, Clinical Laboratory Analysisor related fields will be considered asignificant advantage.

Professional Experience

• Minimum experience of1 yearin the preparation of laboratory reagents and solutions.
• Previous experience in laboratory activities related tomedical parasitology.
• Basic knowledge ofschistosomiasis and soil-transmitted helminthiases.
• Experience in performing or supervisingKato-Katz and urine filtration techniqueswill be considered a competitive advantage.
• Experience inhealth research studieswill be highly valued.

Technical and Behavioral Competencies

• Proven ability toorganize laboratory recordsand ensure sample traceability within a study context.
• Ability to work effectively inmultidisciplinary teams, with diverse profiles and roles.
• Strongoral and written communication skills in Portuguese; knowledge of English will be an advantage.
• Proactive and organized profile with a strong sense ofethical responsibilityin handling participant data.

Other Requirements

• Mozambicannationality.
• Age between18 and 49 years old.
• Availability to work on-site inNamaacha, Province ofMaputo.

Required Documents for Application

To apply for this position, you should prepare the following documents in advance. Awell-structured Curriculum Vitaeis your calling card — use ourresume builderto create a professional CV tailored to this role's profile in just a few minutes.

1. Copy of National Identity Card (ID)
2. Academic certificate(Grade 12 or higher)
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We also recommend preparing acover lettertailored to CISM, highlighting your laboratory experience and your motivation to contribute to health research in Mozambique. A well-written cover letter can be the deciding factor in your application.

Why You Should Apply to CISM

Joining theManhiça Health Research Centreis much more than accepting a job — it means entering an ecosystem of science, continuous learning, and genuine social impact. CISM collaborates with world-renowned academic and institutional partners, offering its staff unique exposure to cutting-edge research methodologies.

For professionals who aspire to build a solid career inhealthand biomedical research in Mozambique, this is one of the most valuable opportunities available on the market. Learn more about how to position your application by reading the guideThe 10 Most In-Demand Skills in Mozambique in 2026.

How to Apply

Applications must be submittedby July 16, 2026. Don't leave it to the last minute — prepare your application package in advance and make sure all documents are complete and up to date.

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