Job Title: Laboratory Technologist
Organisation: Medical Research Council/ Uganda Virus Research
Institute (MRC/UVRI)
Institute (MRC/UVRI)
Funding Source: MRC (UK) and U.S. PEPFAR
Duty Station: Entebbe, Uganda
Reports to: Immunologist
Position Code: BSCLT716
About MRC:
The
Medical Research Council/ Uganda Virus Research Institute (MRC/UVRI) based at
the Uganda Virus Research Institute in Entebbe is a bilateral
multi-disciplinary research organization funded by, the Medical Research
Council (UK) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Uganda
under the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and other
donor agencies. Established in 1988, the MRC/UVRI Uganda Research Unit on AIDS
is an internationally recognized center of excellence for research on HIV
infection and related diseases, contributing knowledge on the revolving
epidemic, the evaluation of innovative health care options, treatment and
prevention, and the development of health policy and practice in Africa and
worldwide.
Medical Research Council/ Uganda Virus Research Institute (MRC/UVRI) based at
the Uganda Virus Research Institute in Entebbe is a bilateral
multi-disciplinary research organization funded by, the Medical Research
Council (UK) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Uganda
under the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and other
donor agencies. Established in 1988, the MRC/UVRI Uganda Research Unit on AIDS
is an internationally recognized center of excellence for research on HIV
infection and related diseases, contributing knowledge on the revolving
epidemic, the evaluation of innovative health care options, treatment and
prevention, and the development of health policy and practice in Africa and
worldwide.
Job Summary: The Laboratory Technologist will perform analyses
and report results of the laboratory procedures performed in the laboratory,
according to GCLP standards.
and report results of the laboratory procedures performed in the laboratory,
according to GCLP standards.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for receiving blood samples,
processing and storing PBMC, plasma, serum and other biological samples
according to SOPs and GCLP. - Produce reliable and precise data by
performing SOP-guided laboratory experiments assigned by scientists or
supervisors. This includes: - Whole blood assays for subsequent
cytokine analysis; - Staining cells for flowcytometry;
- Acquiring and analysing flow
cytometry data using pre-set templates; - ELISPOT assays; o ELISA and Luminex
assays; - Cell cultures for immunology and
virology assays, including neutralizing antibody and viral inhibition
assays. - Responsible for implementing GCLP practices:
Cleaning and disinfecting equipment; Tracking equipment servicing
requirements; Monitoring temperatures and liquid nitrogen levels; Data
backup; Running equipment performance QCs; record keeping (electronic and
hard copies); Carrying out IATA compliant shipment of samples to and from
partner laboratories. - Ensuring that required reagents and supplies
are in sufficient stocks and are kept securely in recommended conditions;
Preparing reagent and consumable orders for subsequent review and approval
by supervisor. - In charge of ensuring health and safety as
per SOPs by conducting safety induction of new staff/students, refilling
first Aid boxes, administering first aid, updating materials data safety
sheets - Offer support in writing and reviewing of
operational and study specific SOPs
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant must hold a bachelor’s degree in
Medical Laboratory Technology - At least a credit in Mathematics, Physics,
Biology and Chemistry - One year of practical experience. Previous
experience working within a clinical trials laboratory would be an added
advantage - Previous exposure to PBMC processing and
sterile tissue culture techniques. - Ability to use Ms Excel and Access or any
flow cytometry analysis software is an added advantage. - The applicant must be willing to undertake
additional training as required by the position, including new research techniques,
GCLP, health and safety and regulatory compliance.
How to Apply:
All
candidates should send their applications letters, copies of academic
qualifications and curriculum vitae including names, telephone contacts and
email addresses of three (3) referees should be sent only via e mail to:
[email protected]. Please quote the position code in the subject line
of the email.
candidates should send their applications letters, copies of academic
qualifications and curriculum vitae including names, telephone contacts and
email addresses of three (3) referees should be sent only via e mail to:
[email protected]. Please quote the position code in the subject line
of the email.
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
for interviews. Note that academic qualifications will be subjected to
verification by the issuing institutions
for interviews. Note that academic qualifications will be subjected to
verification by the issuing institutions
Deadline: 15th July 2016
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