Laboratory Information Management System & Quality Assurance Administrator – NAMWATER

Laboratory Information Management System & Quality Assurance Administrator

• Closing Date: 2026/10/09
• Reference Number: NAM260923-1
• Job Type: Permanent
• Job Title: Laboratory Information Management System & Quality Assurance Administrator
• Department: Scientific Services
• Division: Applied Scientific Services
• Job Grade: C4
• Number of Positions: 1
• Location – Country: Namibia
• Location – Town / City: Windhoek

Job Description

To coordinate and administer the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with quality standards, policies, procedures, and accreditation requirements while supporting efficient laboratory operations, safeguarding data integrity, facilitating continuous improvement, and serving as the primary liaison between laboratory staff, IT support, and accreditation bodies.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor degree of Applied Science (Microbiology, Chemistry) – NQF Level 7
• Successful completion of relevant ISO/IEC 17025 courses
• 6 years’ experience in Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field with exposure to laboratory operations and regulatory compliance requirements, including 2 years’ experience in the implementation and maintenance of ISO/IEC 17025 Quality Management Systems and at least 2 years’ experience in managing LIMS platforms and laboratory databases
• Driver’s License Code B

Competencies, Skills and Abilities

• Good Communication & Interpersonal skills
• Computer literacy (Knowledge of MS Office Package, SAP)
• Able to work under pressure
• Planning, organizational, Problem solving and Time management skills
• Technical report writing skills
• Customer care orientation
• Knowledge of National and International Water Quality Guidelines
• Knowledge in Laboratory Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)
• Analytical methods and Accuracy
• Extensive Analytical Laboratory Experience
• Numerical skills and Basic statistical calculations
• Internal Audit skills of QMS
• Knowledge in LIMS Administration, Programming and Instrument interfacing

Key Performance Areas

• Budget Compilation (Quality Assurance & LIMS)
• Customer Service
• LIMS System Administration
• Quality Management System (QMS) Administration & ISO/IEC 17025 Compliance
• LIMS and QMS Training and Capacity Building
• LIMS Development, Integration, and Continuous Improvement
• Equipment calibration and maintenance
• Compliance and Risk Management
• General Administration

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