Jobs at Makerere University Walter Reed Project in Uganda- Lab Technologists

 Job Title: Laboratory Technologists, 2 positions

Walter Reed Project (MUK)
Laboratory Technologists, 2 positions
The Makerere University Walter Reed Project (MUWRP) is a nongovernment, non- profit HIV research program that was established in 2002 as a result of a memorandum of understanding between Makerere University and The Henry M. Jackson foundation
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Closing On:     Monday, 21 May 2012
Friday, 01 June 2012
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Job Description:    

The Makerere University Walter Reed Project (MUWRP) is a nongovernment, non- profit HIV research program that was established in 2002 as a result of a memorandum of understanding between Makerere University and The Henry M. Jackson foundation for Advancement of Military Medicine Inc. of USA (HJF). The primary purpose of MUWRP is to develop, evaluate and provide interventions to mitigate communicable disease threats of public health importance to Uganda. Activities include; vaccine development and building of vaccine testing capability in Uganda, conducting of epidemiological and basic research and provision of HIV Treatment, care and support and surveillance of influenza and other emerging infections.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Proficiently perform HIV serology/viral load, Hep B and C assays and syphilis RPR and TP.PA assays and APTIMA as per the SOPs.

2. Proficiently conduct Manual Hematology and white blood cell count as established by the SOPs for each Assay.

3. Learn and become proficient in new assays and technologies brought in the lab.

5. Maintain laboratory equipment, including but not limited to service and repair as established by SOPs and QA/QC guidelines.

6. Maintain lab databases and keep up with current software applications for specific departments.

7. Perform other duties as assigned.
Preferred Skills:     REQUIRED EDUCATION AND KNOWLEDGE:
1. Bachelors degree in Biomedical Laboratory Technology,

2. Bachelors in Medical Laboratory Sciences or any related science laboratory field.

3. Diploma in medical laboratory technology, knowledge and practice in Hematology will be an added advantage.

4. At least 2 years working experience in a medical/research laboratory preferably CAP accredited.

PHYSICAL ABILITY: Ability to professionally communicate in writing and verbally or other means deemed appropriate. The incumbent should have ability to travel to and from work and the Project’s collaborative sites in Kayunga, Entebbe and any other if necessary. The incumbent will from time to time be required to lift some lab supplies to and from the lab to the required destination as he/she may be directed by his/her superiors. The incumbent is also expected to able to sit for extended periods of time.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS:
The incumbent will work under the supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor or his/her designee as mutually agreed upon with the Laboratory Co- Director.

How to Apply:
Interested parties should send their application letter, CV (including 3 references), and supporting documents to:

The Human Resource Administrator
MUWRP
Plot 42 Nakasero Road.
P. O. BOX 16524, Kampala


Deadline: 1st June 2012




Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.