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Job Title: Phlebotomist
Organisation: Makerere University Walter Reed Project
(MUWRP)
(MUWRP)
Duty Station: Kayunga, Uganda
Position Number: MUWRP – 004
About MUWRP:
The Makerere University Walter Reed Project (MUWRP) is a non-profit HIV
research program that was established in 2002 as a result of a memorandum of
understanding between Makerere University and The Henry M. Jackson foundation
for Advancement of Military Medicine Inc. of USA (HJF). The primary purpose of
MUWRP is to develop, evaluate and provide interventions to mitigate disease
threats of public health importance to Uganda. Activities include; vaccine development
and building of vaccine testing capability in Uganda, conducting of
epidemiological and basic research and provision of HIV Treatment, care and
support and surveillance of influenza and other emerging infections.
research program that was established in 2002 as a result of a memorandum of
understanding between Makerere University and The Henry M. Jackson foundation
for Advancement of Military Medicine Inc. of USA (HJF). The primary purpose of
MUWRP is to develop, evaluate and provide interventions to mitigate disease
threats of public health importance to Uganda. Activities include; vaccine development
and building of vaccine testing capability in Uganda, conducting of
epidemiological and basic research and provision of HIV Treatment, care and
support and surveillance of influenza and other emerging infections.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist the research team to draw blood
from research participants per protocol through venipuncture or finger
pricks. - Check test requisitions and bring
discrepancies to study team - Responsible for correct identification of
participant and proper labelling of sample collection - Explanation of procedures to help
alleviate stress and anxiety regarding blood draw. - Proficient in phlebotomy stills and
attention to cleanliness of work area - Carry out basic data entry and maintain
laboratory related documentation - Responsible for preparing samples and
related documentation for shipment to appropriate labs. - Maintain standard operating, safety and
infection control procedures - Maintain participant confidentiality.
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
Experience:
- The candidate should hold a Certificate in
Medical Laboratory Techniques from a recognized institution. - A minimum of two or more years of
post-qualification professional experience. - Previous work in a research environment is
added advantage - Possess the ability to maintain quality,
safety, and/or infection control standards - Ability to understand and follow basic
scientific research protocol and procedure - Technical writing skills and understanding
of medical terminology/research - Excellent organizational, interpersonal,
and presentation skills - Computer literacy skills i.e. proficiency
with MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint), email, internet.
How to Apply:
All suitable candidates should download application forms from http://www.muwrp.org/wp-content/files/FORM.pdf and
attach them on their Applications letters, Photocopies of academic
qualifications and Resume with three referees quoting the Position Number to:
The Human Resource Administrator Makerere University Walter Reed Project Plot
42 Nakasero Road. P.O. Box 16524, Kampala, Uganda
attach them on their Applications letters, Photocopies of academic
qualifications and Resume with three referees quoting the Position Number to:
The Human Resource Administrator Makerere University Walter Reed Project Plot
42 Nakasero Road. P.O. Box 16524, Kampala, Uganda
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.
contacted.
Deadline: 29th September 2014
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