EXT/KMF/TEMP/14 – Laboratory Technologist (7 Posts) at Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI)

Job Specification
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:-

• Collecting, preparing, managing and safely disposing samples and specimens; 
• Carrying out analytical work;
• Cleaning laboratory equipment after use; 
• Maintaining and preserving specimens and cultures; 
• Recording experimental data; 
• Maintaining laboratory equipment; 
• Keeping and maintaining laboratory records; and 
• Carrying out demonstrations of laboratory functions to clients / visitors.

Person Specification

• Diploma in any of the following disciplines: - Applied Biology; Science Laboratory Technology, Analytical Chemistry; Food Science Technology Environmental science; Natural Resource Management Electrical engineering, electronics engineering, Instrumentation and controls engineering or equivalent from a recognized institution;
• KCSE C- (Minus) or equivalent from a recognized institution; and

Proficiency in computer applications; 
Key Competencies and Skills

• Good communication skills;
• Good interpersonal skills; and
• Good organizational skills;