Key Responsibilities:

Ensure proper storage of specimen material;
Ensure all specimens are labeled appropriately and logged in appropriately;
Ensure proper labelling, tracking and recording of all specimens in the laboratory;
Culture of feacal samples for isolation of bacteria;
Biochemical characterization and identification of bacteria;
Molecular characterization of bacteria and perform Elisa assays;
Ensure that there are requisite supplies and procured in good time;
Accurately enter data to computerized database in a timely manner;
Perform regular checks of data entered on paper forms to those entered in the database;
Respond to data queries, attend study briefs and share progress of work;
Present weekly and monthly reports of laboratory activities;
Perform any other duties assigned or delegated by the Project Coordinator

Vacancy Requirements:

Minimum of a Diploma in any biomedical Sciences;    Mandatory
Good English and Swahili, both spoken and written;    Mandatory
Must be able to write brief reports and keep records;    Mandatory
Must be computer literate;    Mandatory
Must be a team player.    Mandatory
Team player    Skills & Competencies
Excellent Communication and people skills    Skills & Competencies
Highly organized    Skills & Competencies
Ability to work under minimum supervision    Skills & Competencies