LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST, MAP AMR KENYA PROJECT, ADVERT REF AD/1/3/25 – 2 POSTS AT UON
TextUNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
EXTERNAL JOB VACANCIES (PROJECT POSITIONS)
Applications are invited for the following position:
LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST, MAP AMR KENYA PROJECT, ADVERT REF AD/1/3/25 – 2 POSTS
BACKGROUND
The position is based in the Department of Clinical Medicine and Therapeutics within the Faculty of Health Sciences under the Monitor and Prevent Antimicrobial Resistance in Kenya (MAP-AMR Kenya) project. This is a five-year CDC-funded project conducted at Kenyatta National Hospital, The Nairobi Hospital, MP Shah Hospital, Machakos Level 5 Hospital, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital, and Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital.
LOCATION
The successful candidates will work at:
Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital
Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital
The Laboratory Technologists will report to the Laboratory Coordinator at their duty station and the Project Medical Officer.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Receiving and scrutinizing laboratory requisition forms and specimens.
Preparing clients for specimen collection.
Receiving, labeling, and registering specimens.
Transferring specimens for processing and analysis.
Dispatching results for clinical management.
Storing blood, microbiological specimens, cultures, and other body products as per required standards.
Decontaminating working benches.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences.
Registration with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB).
Valid practicing license from the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB).
Certificate in computer applications.
At least one (1) year of experience supporting laboratory activities in donor-funded programs.
TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
The appointment is contractual for one year, renewable based on performance, mutual agreement, and availability of funds. The contract includes a three-month probation period.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Applicants should email the following as a single PDF file:
Application letter
Certified copies of certificates
Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing qualifications, experience, and contact information for three referees.
Address applications to the Director, Human Resource, University of Nairobi.
Include current designation, salary, and benefits in the application.
Reference code must be included in the application letter.
Late applications will not be considered.
Submit applications via email to recruit-ltamrp@uonbi.ac.ke.
CLOSING DATE
January 29, 2025
The University of Nairobi is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
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