Laboratory Technician job at Soroti University

Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

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 offer technical support to laboratory services.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

• Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences or Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Technology or Bachelor of Biomedical Science from a recognized University/Institution.
• Must be registered by the Uganda Allied Health Professional Council.

Experience needed

• Possession of work experience is an added advantage

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

• 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.

• Developing and ensuring that the laboratory Quality Management Plan is followed.
• Overseeing the laboratory’s Safety Programmes.
• Assisting with the development of laboratory designs and plans for new or upgraded laboratory facilities.
• Ensuring that there is an adequate supply of chemicals and related laboratory equipment to ensure continuous operation of the laboratory.
• Organizing and assigning a variety of laboratory activities to subordinate technicians, including writing and updating manuals.
• Conducting safety audits for the laboratory and always maintaining safe-working practices.
• Co-ordinating use of science materials (equipment, chemicals & apparatus) with other laboratories within the University.
• Developing and implementing measures for safe handling/storage/disposal of hazardous substances in accordance with relevant regulations.
• Developing and implementing operational guidelines and practices in the laboratory (e.g. safety policy and always overseeing laboratory Safety Programmes).
• Maintaining the asset register and conducting annual stock-taking.

• Laboratory Quality Management
• Laboratory Safety Programs
• Laboratory Design and Planning
• Inventory Management
• Safety Audits
• Coordination of Resources
• Hazardous Substance Management
• Operational Guideline Development
• Asset Register Maintenance
• Stock Control
• Advising on Equipment Selection
• License/Permit Acquisition
• Laboratory Exhibitions

• Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences or Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Technology or Bachelor of Biomedical Science from a recognized University/Institution.
• Registration by the Uganda Allied Health Professional Council.