Diagnostic Laboratory Consultant

Brickstech · India

Job Description

Organization: ABC Diagnostic & Research Center, Afghanistan
Engagement Type: Freelance / Consultancy (initial phase) - 3 hours a day
Location: Remote, based in Pakistan, with periodic visits to Afghanistan as required
Reports To: CEO

1. Position Summary

We are seeking a senior consultant with a proven record in running and growing diagnostic laboratory networks. The consultant will guide the launch, set up operational systems, and build the referral and business network needed to establish the laboratory as a trusted diagnostic provider.

2. Key Responsibilities

Laboratory Launch & Operations

• Advise on lab layout, workflow, equipment, and test menu planning
• Develop SOPs for pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical processes
• Define staffing structure, roles, and recruitment criteria; support hiring and training
• Set up LIMS, reporting, and billing systems

Collection Centers & Sample Logistics

• Plan and set up collection centers and a hub-and-spoke network
• Design sample transport, cold-chain, and courier systems
• Establish protocols for sample handling, rejection, and traceability

Quality, TAT & KPI Management

• Implement quality management systems aligned with international standards (e.g., ISO 15189, CAP)
• Set up internal QC, external quality assurance (EQA), and audit practices
• Define and monitor TAT, KPI, and performance dashboards

Business Development & Marketing

• Build a doctor and referral network through structured engagement programs
• Develop partnerships with hospitals, clinics, and corporate clients
• Create the lab's brand positioning, marketing plan, and pricing strategy
• Plan field marketing teams, incentives, and sales targets

Management & Reporting

• Deliver a phased launch roadmap with milestones and timelines
• Mentor local management and staff to build internal capability
• Provide regular progress reports to the CEO

3. Required Qualifications and Experience

• 8–15+ years in diagnostic laboratory operations and business development/marketing
• Senior experience with a leading laboratory network, such as Chughtai Lab, IDC, Aga Khan University Hospital Laboratories, Shaukat Khanum, Excel Labs, Essa Lab, or similar
• Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, Pathology, Life Sciences, or a related field; MBA or healthcare management qualification preferred

Core experience in:

• Laboratory operations and management
• Collection centers and sample logistics
• Doctor and referral-network development
• Hospital and corporate business development
• Laboratory marketing
• TAT, KPI, and quality management
• Staff management and operational systems
• Launching new laboratories and expanding referral networks

4. Desired Skills

• Strong leadership, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to build systems from scratch in a new market
• Data-driven approach to performance and growth
• Excellent communication in English and Urdu; Pashto/Dari is an advantage
• Understanding of the regional healthcare landscape and willingness to travel to Afghanistan

5. Terms of Engagement

• Initial freelance consultancy, with potential extension or conversion to a full-time role based on performance
• Remote work from Pakistan, with periodic visits to Afghanistan (travel costs covered by the organization)
• Consultancy fee to be discussed and agreed with the selected candidate