Laboratory Technologist at Global Health Uganda, Lira, Uganda

Job Description

Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Biomedical Laboratory Technology from a recognized institution in Uganda.

Main duties and responsibilities:

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 and Point of Care (POC) tests (malaria, HIV, Schistosoma, Uric Acid etc.,)
Print barcoded labels to identify participants’ biological specimens/aliquots, slides, and laboratory request forms.
Perform clinical chemistry tests using an automated chemistry analyzer.
Complete study Case Report Forms (CRFs).
Proper temporary storage of biological specimens at the study site and prepare them for shipment to the GHU laboratory for longer term storage.
Participate in data entry into an electronic data management system.
Ensure proper maintenance of laboratory equipment including microscopes, centrifuge, micropipettes, etc.,
Stock management at the study site to ensure continued availability of sufficient supplies of consumables, test kits, and reagents, avoiding preventable stockouts and expiries.
Proper waste disposal, segregating it into universally acceptable bins with respective liners.
Carry out any other duties as assigned by superiors in line with your work.
Required qualifications, skills, and competencies:

Bachelors Degree in Biomedical Laboratory Technology from a recognized institution in Uganda.
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.
Willingness to stay in Lira for the contract duration.