Laboratory Technician (Marine Biology and Fisheries) at Pwani University

Laboratory Technician Grade C 1POSITION: REF: PU/ADV/30/2/2018 (Marine Biology and Fisheries)

Appointment to this is either on permanent and pensionable terms or on a two (2) year renewable performance based contract depending on age, citizenship and any other reason
Academic Qualifications

Applicants MUST be holders of a Bachelor of Science Degree in Marine Biology and Fisheries or its equivalent qualification from an accredited and recognized university.
The candidate must have a minimum of three (3) years relevant working experience with proven integrity, independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines.

Skills

• Strong technical ability in the field
• Data and procedure analysis
• Computer literacy
• Interpersonal skills
• Technical communication skills
• Teamwork skills
• Swimming and or diving skills
• In-water rescue skills
• Skills in First aid, public safety and evacuation
• Coxswain skill shall be an added advantage

Responsibilities will include

• Conduct practical classes and student’s field work
• Manage practical manuals to and from students
• Maintain an updated inventory of consumables and non-consumables in the areas of jurisdiction
• Prepare budget of laboratory materials and supplies
• Manage the operations and safety of laboratory equipment and stores
• Ensure that the laboratory working environment is safe and free of accidents
• Ensure that the laboratory equipment is safely and properly stored.
• Manage experimental facilities and students projects in fish hatcheries, ponds and /or marshes
• Participate in the planned surveys and sample bio data collection in coastal and marine environments
• Perform specific chemical and biological analyses of water
• Performing any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Head of Department.

Terms Of Service

Benefits for the above position include a competitive basic salary, house allowance, medical cover for staff and dependants, life Insurance, opportunities for further development and training and other regular allowances.