LAB TECHNICIANS (4 POSITIONS)

JOB OPENING: LAB TECHNICIANS (4 POSITIONS)

The Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC) with support from Malaria Action
Plan for Districts (MAPD) seeks to hire suitable candidates for the position of LABORATORY
TECHNICIAN to conduct antimalarial therapeutic efficacy studies. The successful candidate
will be based at any one of the following sites namely Arua, Busia, and Kanungu district.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Carry out laboratory screening of patients
2. Preparation, Staining, reading and storage of blood smears
3. Collection and storage of filter paper samples for performance of molecular studies on
malaria
4. Recording results of laboratory evaluations
5. Keeping record of all laboratory activities
6. Perform laboratory quality assurance for all laboratory procedures;
7. Perform other tests as requested by the Medical Officer

Key Result Areas

1) Participants correctly screened, evaluated, enrolled and followed up
2) All laboratory procedures correctly performed and quality assured
3) Accurate and timely entry, tracking and recording of information on all source
documents
4) Accurate and timely resolution of data queries

Qualifications and other desirables for the job:

1. Diploma or Degree in Biomedical Laboratory Technology or Laboratory Sciences from a
recognized Institution
2. At least 3 years work experience in a similar setting and or performing a similar activity
3. Good communication, interpersonal skills and networking skills
4. Integrity and ability to develop a productive working relationship with District Health
Teams
5. Ability to operate in a fast and diverse environment
6. Knowledge of local languages spoken in the study areas is a MUST (Arua, Busia, and
Kanungu districts)

How to apply: Submit your applications using this link on the IDRC website: http://idrcuganda.org/careers.html

ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT COMMENTS:

1. All applications must be submitted through the IDRC website on or before 5:00pm,
Monday 25th January 2021.

2. Please indicate area of preference in your application

3. Submission of incomplete or inaccurate documents will render the applicant
ineligible for consideration for the job opening.

4. Applications cannot be amended following submission.

5. ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED FURTHER.