Laboratory Technician Jobs at Reproductive Health Uganda

Job Title: Laboratory Technician (3 Posts)

Duty Station: Gulu (1), Hoima (1), and (1), Lira (1)
Reports to: Branch In-Charge

Job Role:
Provide Laboratory services at RHU service delivery points to compliment clinical services at select clinics

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Process specimens, and help diagnose conditions and release quality and timely laboratory results

2. Manage and maintain laboratory equipment and reagents in accordance with laboratory standards

3. Refer clients or specimens to relevant partner agencies as necessary

4. Plan for, budget and maintain adequate stock of laboratory reagents and equipment

5. Provide technical advice on ways of improving current laboratory services

6. Perform any other professional duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Knowledge, skills and temperament:
Thorough knowledge and skills in laboratory service provision. Demonstrated effective organizational skills and ability to multi-task in an efficient and timely manner; demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure, and willingness to coach and build task oriented teams.

Training and experience:
Diploma in Laboratory Science Technology. Experience in providing laboratory services for a wide range of conditions over at least two years. Previous NGO experience will be an added advantage.

How to apply:
Submit by post or hand-deliver a letter of application with certified copies of academic transcripts, a detailed Curriculum Vitae and other relevant certificates plus contact addresses (e-mail) of 3 referees (including day time telephone numbers) to:

The Executive Director,
Reproductive Health Uganda,
P.O. Box 10746, Kampala
Or
hand-deliver at:
RHU Head Office,
Plot 2, Katego Road,
Kamwokya (Opposite Uganda Museum)

Closing Date: Thursday, 19th July, 2012. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Deadline: 19th July 2012