Lancet Laboratories company profile

Lancet Laboratories is Southern Africa's leading pathology service — processing millions of specimens annually and forming a critical part of the private healthcare diagnostic ecosystem. Working here provides genuine laboratory science exposure at scale, with career pathways from phlebotomy and sample processing through to medical technology and laboratory management.

The Cerba Lancet Africa network creates international exposure and career mobility across the continent. The training for phlebotomists and new laboratory technicians is structured and supervised, and the diagnostic industry focus means the work is analytically and scientifically engaging at every level.

For science-oriented candidates interested in the diagnostic side of healthcare, Lancet is the premier destination.

Candidates can apply for roles at Lancet Laboratories through the company’s careers portal on its website or via South African job platforms. Applications are screened for relevant qualifications, such as a diploma or degree in biomedical technology for laboratory technicians and a Matric certificate for admin or phlebotomy trainee positions, followed by interviews and practical skills assessments.

Shortlisted applicants undergo reference checks, criminal record verification and medical screenings before an offer is extended, with the full process typically taking six to eight weeks. Prepare by reviewing diagnostic testing protocols and highlighting any experience handling specimens in high-volume pathology environments.