Laboratory Technologist - Centre for Geographic Medicine Research - Coast Kilifi at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Key Responsibilities:

• Receiving/collecting, recording of specimens;
• Processing and analyses;
• Preparing reagents;
• Recording and reporting of results;
• Dispatching the results for clinical/Research management;
• Routine and daily maintenance of laboratory equipment;
• Ensuring adherence to biosafety and biosecurity guidelines;
• Taking part in preparation of Standards Operations Procedures (SOPs)

Vacancy Requirements:

• Diploma in any of the following fields: Medical Laboratory Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Sciences, Food Science and Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Biotechnology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution    
• Registration Certificate issued by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB) where applicable, or any other recognized regulatory body;    
• Valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists where applicable;    
• Proficiency in computer application; and    
• Communication skills    
• Interpersonal skills    
• Team player