Vacancy title:
Research X-Ray Technician

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Research, Category: Health Professionals]

Jobs at:
Centre for Infectious Disease Research

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, August 18 2025

Duty Station:
Zambia | Lusaka | Zambia

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, August 13 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Reports to Radiology Coordinator/Medical Officer. The incumbent will conduct assigned study procedures and adhere to procedural and international guidelines for research conduct.

Main Duties:

• Explains to the participants the chest X-ray procedure and re-assure them of their safety.
• Performs the chest X-ray procedure using a mobile X-ray machine and/or a stationary machine.
• Be able to use a digital x-ray machine with CAD4TB and qXr CAD system scoring.
• Ensures Radiation Protection and safety measures are adhered to.
• Basic reading and interpretation of the CAD4TB X-ray
• Refers the participants to the next station after Chest X-ray, depending on the results.
• Reports timely, any malfunction of equipment to the Team Leader.
• Ensures the safety of all radiological equipment in your custody.
• Ensures and verify that all x-ray forms are completed accurately and documented by the study staff
• Prepares timely and quality x-ray reports.
• Follow and adheres to the guidelines of Good Clinical Practices.
• Collaborates with Data Coordinator/Technician and other staff to ensure timely completion and transmission of x-ray images onto the online storage portal (cloud).
• Uphold confidentiality
• Provides timely feedback (positive and negative) to study staff regarding x-ray forms completion and accuracy.

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 certificate
• Diploma in Radiography.
• GCP and NHRA certificate are an added advantage.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and spoken English skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple demands and effectively manage time
• Advanced knowledge of electronic equipment (i.e., computer, e-mail, copier, phones, etc.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures
• Present a positive and professional approach
  Able to use portable digital X ray unit.

Suitably qualified candidates are invited to apply. However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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