Fresher Laboratory Technician Non-profit Jobs – Makerere University Lung Institute (MLI)

Job Title:   Laboratory Technician (Fresher Jobs)

Organisation: Makerere University Lung Institute (MLI)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Head of Clinical Services

 

About the Company:

Makerere University Lung Institute (MLI) is a center of excellence for Lung Health in the College of Health Sciences, Makerere University. Our mission is lung health research that integrates disease prevention, clinical care and training in sub-Saharan Africa.

 

Job Summary:  The laboratory technician will be responsible for collection of blood and other test specimens as requested by the doctors and clinicians. He/she will ensure that the specimens are delivered to the laboratory and analysed, and results delivered to the attending clinician/patient in a timely manner.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Accurately collect and label test specimens exactly as outlined in each clinic requisition as guided by the standard operating procedures
  • Receive tissue samples from patients
  • Process and prepare collected specimens for laboratory testing
  • Ensure all collected test specimens are packaged well, delivered to the lab and timely results delivered to the LIC
  • Maintain a register of all requested tests; follow up on all tests sent out and ensure there is a record of returned results in the register
  • Assist in the compilation of data for the laboratory’s monthly reports
  • Clean and maintain the work area and medical equipment
  • Demonstrate excellent customer and ensure timely processing of samples
  • Develop SOPs for the lab





Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • Diploma in medical laboratory technology
  • Knowledge of regulatory requirements & Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
  • Registration with the Allied Health Medical Professional Council with a valid Annual Practicing License (APL).
  • Minimum of 2 years working experience in a busy clinical or medical research laboratory
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Analytical skills

 

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested candidates should submit an application letter with a 3-page CV, Academic documents + two reference letters using this link:

 

Click Here

 

Applications should be addressed to the:

 

Administrator, HR

Makerere University Lung Institute,

Lung Institute Building, New Mulago Hospital Complex, New Mulago Hill Road,

P.O. Box 7749, Kampala (U)

 

Deadline: 29th August 2024

 

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

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Date Posted 2024-08-23T12:33
Valid Through 2024-08-30T00:00
Employment Type FULL_TIME
Hiring Organization Makerere University Lung Institute
Job Location Kampala, Kampala, Kampala , 0256, Uganda

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