Lab Technologist at University of Nairobi

The Position

Reporting to the Laboratory Technical Advisor (LTA), the Lab Technologist will perform technical work in the laboratory within a multidisciplinary team at UNITID. Laboratory activities will include sample reception, biochemical analysis, hematological analysis, sample storage and archiving, packaging and shipping and referral among other responsibilities for both research and diagnostic services.

Required Academic Qualifications

1. Degree/Higher National Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS). Those with HND in Haematology/Clinical chemistry have added advantage
2. Minimum 5 years’ experience in a clinical trials laboratory or research laboratory
3. Registration with Kenya Medical Laboratory technicians and technologist Board (KMLTTB) with current valid practicing license 2021
4. Possess Certificate of Good Clinical Laboratory practice (GCLP)
5. Proficiency in using Microsoft Office (especially MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
6. Proficient in Quality assurance and control procedures in the Laborator

Terms of Appointment

This a position whose tenure is one (1) year contract renewable based on performance and by mutual consent. The salary is negotiable depending on the level of education and work experience.