Laboratory Technician (Psycholinguistics) Grade C at Pwani University

REF: PU/ADV/1 /2/2020

GRADE C

This is an entry positon 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.

REQUIREMENTS

Academic Qualifications Applicants must have:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Psychology or its equivalent from an accredited and recognized university.  
•  Experience  Applicants must have a minimum of two (2) years relevant work experience in a busy Laboratory or Research Institution with proven Integrity, independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines

 In addition, applicants

• Must Be registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable). 
• Should show active involvement in International/Continental/ Regional/ National/ Local/ Community activities
• Skills and Competencies    Applicants should possess the following skills   Strong technical ability in the field
• Data and procedure analysis.
• Computer Literacy (computer skills and working knowledge of office computer software)
• Interpersonal skills
• Technical Communication skills Teamwork skills

 
Duties and Responsibilities will include:

• Maintenance of inventory
• Setting up and clearing after procedures
• Troubleshooting hardware and software problems
• Assist in the development of procedures and/or methods for laboratory use
• Provide computing assistance as needed with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook as needed
• Assist in preparing for and conducting lab and research activities as needed
• Set up of laboratory equipment required for specific tests
• Making appointments and booking of lab slots
• Administering general discipline and conduct of students during lab session
• Planning preventive maintenance, cleaning, security and safety of lab equipment’s according to statutory requirements
• Guide students during fieldwork
• Performing any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.

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.