Molecular Laboratory Technologist at Amref Kenya

Ref Number: AEL/ Molecular Lab Tech/06-2020 

Reporting to the Quality Assurance Officer, the Molecular Lab Technologist will perform complex technical work involving molecular analysis of human biological materials.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  
 
Minimum Requirements 

• Must be a Kenyan citizen
• Must have a valid license to practice from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologist Board (KMLTTB).
• Must be registered and certified by KMLTTB.

Minimum Education 

• Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a KMLTTB approved institution.
• Must have prior training in molecular and PCR techniques.
• Prior training on ISO15189 QMS implementation and Biosafety/Biosecurity is an added advantage.

Experience 

• Two years as a molecular laboratory technician or technologist under supervision 
• Prior experience in laboratory implementing ISO 15189 standard.
• Must be conversant with Laws of Kenya for Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Act CAP. 253A of 2012.
• Previous work experience with Amref Health Africa and or The Amref Central Laboratory is an added advantage. • Proficiency in MS Excel.

Skills

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills; 
• Ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders, 
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Excellent coordination and planning skills
• Report writing skills: Ability to write complex reports 
• Demonstrate high levels of integrity
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills 
• Excellent team player.

Work Environment

Medical Laboratory work environment.

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