Laboratory Technician – 5 Positions at Kenya Medical Research – KEMRI

LABORATORY TECHNICIAN, JOB GROUP KMR 9 – (5 POSITIONS CPHR, & CVR – NAIROBI, LAB. SERVICES – NAIROBI, CGHR – KISUMU, CGMR(C) – KILIFI)
This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance and supervision of a Senior Officer.
Job Specifications

The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: –

• Ensuring laboratory safety sample collection delivery and reception;
• Processing documentation and reporting;
• Perform simple analytical and diagnostic work;
• Handling and disposing of laboratory waste.
• Collect, prepare and store research samples and specimen; and
• Assist in field work.

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: –

• Certificate in any of the following fields: Medical Laboratory Sciences, Laboratory sciences, Laboratory Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Registration Certificate issued by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB) where applicable;
• Valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board where applicable; and
• Proficiency in Computer Application Skills from a recognized institution.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Team player