KEMRI Laboratory Technologist Jobs in Nairobi and Thika

KEMRI Laboratory Technologist Jobs in Nairobi and Thika


KEMRI –CCR PHRD (Thika) clinical trials Project is currently looking for a motivated individual to
fill in the following positions:

Position:

  • Laboratory Technologist M/R 8

    Location:

  • Nairobi (1 position) and Thika (1 position)

    Reports to:

  • Laboratory manager.

    Purpose

  • To assist the Laboratory Manager in the operations and coordination of laboratory activities

    Responsibilities

  • Performs a variety of technical laboratory procedures according to Standard Operations
    Procedures and Study Protocols
  • Performs laboratory quality assurance/ quality control practices
  • Participates in Quality Control and Quality Improvement for area of specialty and Lab indicators
  • Ensures that quality control data are within acceptable ranges before reporting patient results
  • Identifies out of range control values, takes corrective action, and notifies others of changes
  • Conducts internal quality audit regularly and initiates corrective and prevention actions
  • Responsible for accurately completing records and reports and other statistical information for
    master files or databases. Follows laboratory policy for data retrieval, record keeping, samples,
    and identification, requisition, reporting and charting procedures
  • Maintains high level of competence in GCLP, laboratory safety and standard operation
    procedures
  • Maintains a neat, clean and organized work area
  • Keeps an adequate supply of working materials on hand
  • Maintains confidence by keeping laboratory information confidential
  • Maintains laboratory equipment as outlined in the various operation SOPs and equipment
    manuals
  • Develops laboratory standard operating procedures and manuals
  • Any other duties assigned by supervisor

    Qualifications

  • Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences
  • MUST be registered by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologist Board

    Experience and Skills

  • At least three (3) years’ experience in a busy clinical research laboratory
  • Experience in
    carrying out laboratory testing for research studies and/or clinical trials Trained and
    certified on Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP)
  • Experience in laboratory audit processes
  • Must be reliable, self-motivated and self-driven
  • Must have an aptitude for technical problem solving
  • Good communication and management skills

    Terms of employment

  • Employment is a one year renewable contract with a probation period for the first 3 months. Salary
    is negotiable within the appropriate grade depending on education, experience and demonstrated
    competency.

    How to Apply

  • All applicants must meet each selection criteria detailed in the minimum requirements.
  • Must include a current CV with names of at least 2 referees.
  • Must include copies of academic and professional certificates.
  • A duly signed application letter indicating the vacancy reference with copies of documents listed
    above should be sent to: phrdrecruit@pipsthika.org not later than 19th October, 2018.
  • Kemri Is an Equal Opportunity Employer Commited to Diversity; Persons With Disability,
    Women, Youth and Those From Marginalized Areas Are Encouraged to Apply.
  • Kemri does Not Charge a Fee at Any Stage of Its Recruitment Process Including Application,
    Interview and Processing of Offer Letter.
  • If Asked for a Fee, Report Such Request
    Immediately.

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