Laboratory Technologist Urgent Jobs in Kenya
Laboratory Technologist Urgent Jobs in Kenya
The study “Enhancing integrated delivery of PrEP within antenatal care with STI testing and expedited partner treatment”, (POC-STI) has a broad aim to optimize PrEP delivery for pregnant women, a target population for HIV prevention, and provide Xpert® CT/NG testing/EPT model applicable to broader populations.
The PrEP Implementation for Mothers in Antenatal Care Extension Study (PrIMA-X) aims to provide comprehensive, long-term outcome data, with precise exposure quantification in the largest PrEP in pregnancy evaluation to date.
We are looking to hire laboratory technologists for our research team based in Kisumu, Siaya and Homabay counties.
We are committed to excellence in our research, and to working with vulnerable populations with the utmost respect and care.
We require all team members to provide ethical and respectful services to vulnerable, key populations, and to maintain flexible hours in order to interface effectively with international partners.
The Laboratory Technician will be responsible for handling and processing of study samples on daily basis, testing of samples and follow-up of lab results.
The technician will strictly follow the laboratory SOPs and maintain laboratory results database and sample inventory.
S/he will be report to the Project Director and Principal Investigator.
S/he must be able to work with minimal supervision and for long hours when necessary.
Responsibilities will include
Carry out routine and specialized laboratory procedures, testing for CT and NG infections.
Collecting, receiving, labelling, analyzing and or storing samples using the appropriate technical equipment and instruments
Collecting, receiving, storing, preparing and/or testing samples.
Performing isolations cryopreservation and archiving samples.
Ensure laboratory results are entered accurately and in a timely manner on the report forms and into the database and facilitate retrieval of hard copies of data as requested by principle
Investigators, Co-investigator and clinic staff.
Prepare samples for storage and shipping
as needed.
Maintaining, calibrating, cleaning and testing sterility of equipment.
Ordering and maintaining stock resources in the laboratory inventories.
Archiving of samples into freezer works data base.
Facilitation of sample testing at KEMRI.
Attending and participating in study meetings.
Prepare, revise and operate within standard operating procedures.
Writing reviews and summary reports as required.
Mandatory Qualifications
Diploma /higher diploma or degree in Laboratory Sciences from a recognized institution of higher education.
BSc Biological Sciences will be an added advantage.
Valid KMLTTB practicing license
At least one-year health research experience
1 Year experience working in Medical Laboratory work
Certificate in Computer training (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Desirable qualities, skills and abilities
Excellent Communication skills (written and verbal)
Good interpersonal skills and ability to interact productively with other team members
Experience with the GeneXpert® platform will be added advantage
Experience in Good Laboratory practice (GLCP) would be an added advantage
How to Apply
Detailed CV with 2 referees indicating their telephone contacts and e-mail contacts
Valid KMLTTB practicing license
Only Relevant certificates and testimonials
If qualified for the above post, please send your application addressed to the Principal Investigator, PrIMA- X/POC-STI Study and your CV to the email pocstistudy2020@gmail.com
All applications are due not later than 27th August 2020 at 2.00 P.M.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
NB
The position needs to be filled immediately after the interviews.
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