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ICAP at Columbia University, a global health leader situated within the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health in New York City. ICAP seeks a highly qualified candidate to serve as Laboratory Advisor. The position will be based in Solwezi, North-Western Province of Zambia. The candidate should be able to fill the position by July 2026.

The incumbent will possess a minimum of a full grade 12 certificate, a bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science, a master will be an added advantage, should have a minimum of seven (7) years’ experience working in a large clinical or research laboratory, relevant work experience in a similar position working for a donor funded project or an international NGO, will be an added advantage. Should have prior experience with relevant current routine HIV/TB laboratory procedures including viral load, Recency, PCR, hematological, biochemical and microbiological analyses etc., prior experience in training, mentoring, and supervision of laboratory professionals, basic computing skills including Microsoft excel, have fluent English oral and written communication skills and should be fully registered with the Health Professions Council of Zambia (HPCZ) with a current practicing license for 2026.

To view a full job description, please click here JD, Lab Advisor, July 2026.pdf

Only candidates who are eligible to work in Zambia without a need for sponsorship will be considered for the position.

Columbia University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. It does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on race, color, sex, gender, religion, creed, national and ethnic origin, age, citizenship, status as a perceived or actual victim of domestic violence, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a Vietnam era or disabled veteran, or any other legally protected status.