Resident Microbiology Specialist

Resident Microbiologist

Join our team of dedicated professionals and lead the delivery of world-class diagnostic excellence for better patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Microbiology and Clinical Pathology Departments, ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely, and high-quality diagnostic services.
• Lead laboratory quality management systems, accreditation compliance (CAP/ISO/Good Laboratory Practice), quality assurance programmes, and continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, biosafety, and clinical governance requirements while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and laboratory excellence.
• Drive the implementation of advanced laboratory technologies, new diagnostic platforms, and service innovations to enhance clinical outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Provide expert clinical consultation and technical guidance to clinicians, healthcare professionals, and external stakeholders on microbiology and diagnostic pathology services.
• Lead, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary laboratory teams through workforce planning, competency assessments, training, and continuous professional development programmes.
• Support the Head of Laboratories in strategic planning, budget management, recruitment, performance management, resource optimisation, and expansion of reference laboratory services.
• Oversee the development, review, and approval of laboratory policies, standard operating procedures, technical documentation, and quality records.
• Promote research, innovation, and evidence-based laboratory practices while ensuring cost-effective resource utilisation without compromising quality or service standards.
• Foster stronger collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to enhance customer satisfaction, resolve clinical and diagnostic queries, and ensure exceptional laboratory service delivery.

Qualifications

• MBBS and SLMC registration
• Post Graduate qualification (MD) in Clinical Microbiology
• Diploma in Medical Microbiology from a recognized Institute
• Expertise in knowledge in infection control areas
• A proven teaching and research background
• Strong leadership skills, good interpersonal skills

Experience

• A minimum of 5 years' experience at Senior Microbiologist level
• More than 5 years of experience in managing large scale medical labs.

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful impact on patient care
• Work with advanced technology and innovation
• Continuous learning and professional growth
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package

Application Details

Send your application to: careers@lankahospitals.com (Please mention the position applied for in the subject line).

Application Deadline: Within 14 days of this advertisement.

Location: Lanka Hospitals Diagnostics (Private) Limited, No 58, Elvitagama Mawatha, Colombo 05.