Head of Laboratory Unit
International Specialized Hospital of UgandaUganda
Posted January 7, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
International Specialized Hospital of Uganda (ISHU) is a state‑of‑the‑art medical facility located in Lubowa, near Kampala, dedicated to delivering advanced specialty care, conducting cutting‑edge research, and providing medical education. As a public‑private partnership between the Ugandan government and the Ministry of Health, it combines public oversight with private sector efficiency. The hospital aims to become a regional hub for complex diagnostics, interventional procedures, and specialist training, setting a new benchmark for quality and innovation in East African healthcare.
Job Description
The Head of Unit Laboratory is responsible for the scope, standards, and quality of service of the General Laboratory of the hospital, including administration, teaching, research, and patient care.
Requirements
- A Bachelors’ degree in Medical Laboratory Science/Technology or its equivalent from a recognized University/Institution
- A Masters’ Degree in either Clinical Chemistry, Haematology, Histopathology, Microbiology, Parasitology or Virology from a recognized University /Institution
- A PhD in a Medical Laboratory Science will be an added advantage
- Must be registered (or meet the requirements for registration, if currently working abroad) to the Ugandan Allied Health Professionals Council
- Minimum of nine (9) years relevant working experience, three (3) of which should have been at Consultant level in a reputable Organisation