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MRC/UVRI Uganda Research Unit on AIDS
CLOSEDEntebbe, Uganda
Closing: May 17, 2024
1 day remainingPublished: May 15, 2024 (2 days ago)
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Requirements
• Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences or Bachelor of Biomedical Laboratory Technology degree from a recognized university in Uganda.
• Substantial malaria microscopy skills ranging from thick and thin smear preparation, staining, parasite screening, quantitation and species identification.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft applications
• Registration with the Uganda Allied Health Professional’s Council with a valid Practicing License
• Possession of certificates in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and /or Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) is an added advantage.
• Attention to detail
• Good verbal and communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, and team working skills
• Time management skills, with ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks
• Willingness to work for extended hours and sometimes during the weekend.
Job application procedure
If you meet the above criteria, please submit a cover letter, a detailed CV, all necessary academic documents and the contact details of two work related referees all in one PDF document addressed to the Human Resource Officer, Global Health Uganda, P.O BOX 33842, Kampala, Uganda and send the application to: [email protected] not later than 17th May 2024 at 5.00 pm.
Requirements
• Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences or Bachelor of Biomedical Laboratory Technology degree from a recognized university in Uganda.
• Substantial malaria microscopy skills ranging from thick and thin smear preparation, staining, parasite screening, quantitation and species identification.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft applications
• Registration with the Uganda Allied Health Professional’s Council with a valid Practicing License
• Possession of certificates in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and /or Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) is an added advantage.
• Attention to detail
• Good verbal and communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, and team working skills
• Time management skills, with ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks
• Willingness to work for extended hours and sometimes during the weekend.
Job application procedure
If you meet the above criteria, please submit a cover letter, a detailed CV, all necessary academic documents and the contact details of two work related referees all in one PDF document addressed to the Human Resource Officer, Global Health Uganda, P.O BOX 33842, Kampala, Uganda and send the application to: [email protected] not later than 17th May 2024 at 5.00 pm.
• Collect, receive, process, and aliquot study participants’ biological specimens including venous blood, urine, and stool, among others.
• Prepare, stain, and examine thick and thin malaria microscopy smears for parasite detection/quantification and species identification, respectively.
• Prepare Dried Blood Spots (DBS) using filter papers.
• Perform rapid diagnostic tests (malaria, HIV, Schistosoma, etc.,)
• Print barcoded labels to identify participants’ biological specimens/aliquots, slides, and laboratory request forms.
• Perform tests using automated equipment such as chemistry analyzer among others.
• Prepare samples for -80°C freezer storage.
• Complete study Case Report Forms (CRFs).
• Log participants’ specimen aliquots into a sample/data management system.
• Participate in data entry into an electronic data management system.
• Ensure proper maintenance of laboratory equipment including microscopes, centrifuge, micropipettes, etc.
• Stock management to ensure continued availability of sufficient supplies of consumables, test kits, and reagents, avoiding preventable stockouts and expiries.
• Participate in laboratory SOP development, and review as shall be assigned.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor or Laboratory Director.
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