Summary
Date Posted: Sunday, January 29, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

Core Functions / Responsibilities:
• Perform laboratory procedures as assigned by the laboratory supervisor for pre-examination, examination and post-examination activities using the standard relevant equipment.
• Ensure standards and the quality of laboratory procedures by strictly following the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Adhere to bio-safety measures adopted in the laboratory, minding the safety of oneself and others.
• Organize and operates activities on assigned station for accurate, efficient and timely delivery of results.
• Perform quality control activities for assigned stations and document results as required.
• Facilitate in maintenance of laboratory equipment in good working order and operate equipment appropriately following SOPs.
• Facilitate in laboratory stock management and monitor that the equipment and consumables are enough for the anticipated workload.
• Facilitate maintenance of established systems of organized record keeping and information management for timely delivery of results, data collection, analysis and reporting for laboratory monitoring and facilitation to operational research.
• Participate in the development and updating of SOPs as needed.
• Participate in the improvement of service system according to adopted work plan in the laboratory.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
• Completed Bachelor’s degree or Diploma from an accredited academic institution in Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Sciences, Microbiology, or a related discipline.
Experience
• At least two years of relevant laboratory experience in a busy institution, preferably in a clinical laboratory.
• Relevant technical knowledge and practices to personnel and laboratory operations.
• Computer literate with understanding of accurate data collection and analysis for monitoring and continuous improvement of laboratory services and performances; and,
• Good awareness of the role of Laboratory in health systems, optional use of resources for quality and efficient service delivery.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM will only accept applications which should include a cover letter (not more than one page) and résumé highlighting the required education and experience.
Interested applicants may send their applications to hruganda@iom.int  no later than 10th February 2023. Reference Number and Position Title: VN/UG/004/2023 – Laboratory Technologist should be specified in the SUBJECT field.
Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.

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