Laboratory Technologist - 5 Positions at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST JOB GROUP KMR 8 - (5 POSITIONS CPHR, CTMDR – NAIROBI, LAB. SERVICES – NAIROBI, CGHR – KISUMU, CGMR(C) – KILIFI)

• This is the entry and training grade for diploma holders in this cadre. An officer at this grade will work under the supervision and guidance of a Senior Officer.

Job Specifications

The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• Receiving/collecting, recording of specimens;
• Processing and analyses;
• Preparing reagents;
• Recording and reporting of results;
• Dispatching the results for clinical/Research management;
• Routine and daily maintenance of laboratory equipment;
• Ensuring adherence to biosafety and biosecurity guidelines; and
• Taking part in preparation of Standards Operations Procedures (SOPs)

Person Specification

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Diploma in any of the following fields: Medical Laboratory Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Sciences, Food Science and Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Biotechnology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Registration Certificate issued by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB) where applicable, or any other recognized regulatory body;
• Valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists where applicable; and
• Proficiency in computer application.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Team player