Laboratory Technician at Zetech University

(Ref: ZU/10/Adv/37/2024)

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Head of Department- Education, Arts & Social Sciences and will be responsible for the following;

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory use rules and procedures for students, sensitise students and enforce adherence to the rules and procedures.
• Prepare manuals for laboratory use, practical lessons’ instructions and procedures, and review such manuals from time to time in line with curriculum reviews.
• Prepare the laboratories and set up for students’ practical learning activities, instruct and supervise students as they carry out experiments.
• Assist the lecturers in marking and grading students’ practical work reports.
• Ensure safety, cleanliness, order, and care of equipment and the laboratory spaces.
• Prepare samples for testing by processing, preserving, and storing them according to standard procedures.
• Perform routine and specialised tests on samples, including chemical analyses, microbiological tests, and histological exams.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment to conduct experiments and tests accurately.
• Regularly clean, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment to ensure it functions properly.
• Ensuring that all laboratory activities comply with safety regulations and protocols
• Manage laboratory supplies and inventory, including ordering, receiving, and storing reagents, chemicals, and other materials.
• Prepare and maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation of laboratory procedures, experiments, and results.
• Any other duty assigned by your supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Laboratory Technology/ Laboratory Science or related qualifications from a recognised/accredited University in the relevant field.
• At least one (1) years of relevant experience in a similar role,
• Be a member of a professional body
• Proficient in relevant computer applications 

OR

• Diploma in Laboratory Technology/ Laboratory Sciences or related qualification from a recognised/accredited University/Institution in the relevant field,
• At least three (3) years of relevant experience in a similar role
• Be a member of a professional body
• Proficient in relevant computer applications