Laboratory Technician Grade C at Pwani University

This is an entry position in technical services in the University, and appointment is either on permanent and pensionable terms or on a two (2) year renewable performance-based contract depending on age, citizenship or any other reason.

Academic Qualification

1. Applicants MUST be holders of either a Degree in Public Health/Environmental Health/Community Health or
2. equivalent qualification from an accredited and recognized institution.
3. Professional Requirements
4. Applicants must be members of the Public Health Officer and Technicians Council.

Experience

1. Candidates must have a minimum of two (2) years practical and relevant working experience with proven integrity, independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines.
2. In addition the candidate should: Show Active involvement in International/Continental/Regional /National/ Local/Community activities.

Skills

1. The candidate should have the following skills
2. Strong technical ability in Public Health
3. Good communication skills
4. Proficiency in computer applications
5. Problem solving skills
6. Organization/planning skills

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to

1. Assist in the maintenance of an up to date inventory of consumables and non-consumables inpublic health
2. Assist in planning and Budget preparation for teaching materials
3. Arrange the laboratory apparatus and models in an orderly manner for smooth processes during practical sessions.
4. Assist in invigilation of practical examination sessions to enhance integrity and quality in the examination process
5. Provide support for practical learning by facilitating, conducting and demonstrating in practical sessions to ensure efficient delivery of the content.
6. Organize for field trips for Public Health Students to be oriented in Food Industries, water treatment, slaughterhouses, meat inspection, port visits and other related activities and processes.
7. Provide a conducive and safe learning environment in the laboratory to ensure conformity with the stipulated occupational, health and safety standards and Good Laboratory Practice.
8. Collect experimental specimens and samples using stipulated standard operating procedures to be used for practical demonstration.
9. Support the Departmental innovations, research and income generating activities
10. Perform any duties as may be assigned by the head of the department.