Laboratory Technician Kagrc Grade 8 at Kenya Animal Genetic Resources Centre

Duties and responsibilities will entail assisting in: 

• Preparing media for germplasm production; 
• Standardizing laboratory procedures and reagents; 
• Dispatching analyzing and preserving test samples; 
• Simple analytical laboratory work; 
• Keeping records,  
• Collection and analysis of samples; and  
• Receiving, recording and packaging germplasm. 

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

• Diploma in any of the following disciplines: - Applied Sciences (Applied Chemistry, Analytical chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, applied Biology), Medical Laboratory 
• Technology or Biotechnology equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;  Proficiency in computer applications from a recognized institution; 

Skills and competencies 

• Communication skills; 
• Interpersonal skills; 
• Integrity. 
• Analytical skills; 
• Reporting skills; and 
• Team player