Vacancy title:
Laboratory Technician

Jobs at:
Mbarara University of Science and Technology and Massachusetts Hospital

Deadline of this Job:
August 31st 2018

Duty Station:
Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: 22nd August 2018 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed , Employment Type: Full-Time

JOB DETAILS:
The research collaboration between Mbarara University of Science and Technology and Massachusetts Hospital, focuses on epidemiological research in the area of HIV/AIDS. There is one position open for the description below:

Position Title: LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

This study aims to understand the impact of HIV infection on heart disease in in sub-Saharan Africa. The responsibility of the laboratory technician is to ensure the successful collection, processing, storage, testing, and management of specimens in line with good clinical laboratory practice, in collaboration with the US and Ugandan Principal Investigators and the Mbarara-based research team. The Incumbent will be directly responsible for management and oversight of all study laboratory related procedures. This position will report directly to the Laboratory Manager.

Educational Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a laboratory-related field is required;
  
• Experience with and certification in Good Clinical Laboratory Practice is a requirement;
• Experience in blood and other specimen collection for research purposes is a requirement;
  
• Experience with laboratory specimen handling, centrifugation, processing, pipetting, and dried and blood spot preparation is required;
  
• Experience in HIV/AIDS testing, malaria testing, and hematology is a plus;
  
• Experience with laboratory-based research is a plus;
  
• Significant computer experience, including data entry and quality control, is required;
  
• Competency with phlebotomy is required;
  
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision is essential;
  
• Knowledge of research ethics is essential.
  

Summary of Responsibilities

• Implement standard operating procedures for study laboratory procedures;
  
• Conduct specimen collection, handling, processing, and storage;
  
• Ensure good clinical practice for all study laboratory procedures;
  
• Coordinate shipment and testing of study specimens;
  
• Partner with database manager to design and manage data systems for laboratory components of the study;
  
• Collect and enter laboratory result data;
  
• Work closely with the Laboratory Director to monitor the effectiveness of protocols and interview strategies;
  
• Participate in weekly meetings with the study staff and Principal Investigator;
  
• Provide weekly summary reports of laboratory components to the study staff and Principal
  Investigators;
  
• Conduct all work in compliance with internationally recognized ethical standards;
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Position duration: 12 months at 50% effort with potential for renewal/extension based on employee
performance; expected start date: October 2018.