Assistant Laboratory Technician - Microbiology job at Soroti University

Background information about the job or company

Soroti University is a Public University in Uganda located in Soroti City, Eastern Uganda Seven (7) kilometres along Soroti-Moroto Road. The University Secretary hereby invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the vacant posts listed below that exist in the University:

Purpose of the Job

To manage the day-to-day functions of the Laboratory.

Qualifications or requirements

• Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science or Diploma in Laboratory Science (Biology).

Experience needed

• Experience in a teaching or laboratory research is an added advantage.

Any other provided details

• Age: Below 35 years at the time of the advert
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
• Soroti University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Applicants should only apply for a maximum of two (2) positions only.

• Conducting or supporting students and academic staff in carrying out laboratory experiments on specimen or materials using appropriate methods and procedures in the Microbiology Laboratory.
• Recording and interpreting test results arising out of laboratory analyses and investigations.
• Preparing samples and specimens for the conduct of laboratory analysis and investigations.
• Implementing laboratory standard operating procedures and safety and quality control standards.
• Undertaking preventative maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Setting up the laboratory and appropriate chemicals, reagents and equipment for teaching, investigation or research.
• Instructing students and academic staff on laboratory procedure and proper and safe use of chemicals, reagents and laboratory equipment.
• Setting up, calibrating and operating standard laboratory equipment.
• Preparing and maintaining an up-to-date inventory.
• Performing any other official duties as assigned by the Supervisor

• Laboratory experiment conduction and support
• Recording and interpreting test results
• Sample and specimen preparation
• Implementation of SOPs, safety and quality control standards
• Preventative maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Laboratory setup
• Instruction on laboratory procedures and safety
• Setting up, calibrating, and operating laboratory equipment
• Inventory management

• Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology
• Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science
• Diploma in Laboratory Science (Biology)