Laboratory Technologist Job Vacancy at Ifakara Health Institute July, 2024
Ifakara Health Institute is a leading research organization in Africa with a strong track record in developing, testing, and validating innovations for health. They are currently seeking a qualified and experienced Laboratory Technologist to join their team.
The Laboratory Technologist will work under the directive of the Laboratory Manager and will be engaged in performing laboratory testing required for the management of patients with HIV and/or TB, including co-morbidities.
The role also involves delivering improved services in collaboration with the hospital, governmental authorities, and collaborating with the existing research platform of the Kilombero and Ulanga Antiretroviral Cohort (KIULARCO) in Ifakara.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Laboratory Technologist will have the following duties and responsibilities:
- Perform laboratory testing on blood samples, biological fluids, and other materials according to KIULARCO protocol and additional tests according to study protocols.
- Perform maintenance and quality control on laboratory equipment.
- Perform quality control measures and quality assurance of laboratory tests.
- Enter data into the computer.
- Freeze samples for the biobank and organize the biobank.
- Share knowledge and/or train team members as needed.
- Participate in relevant national and international networks, meetings, and conferences.
- Develop research projects, perform research, and write manuscripts.
- Contribute to studies within KIULARCO and other IHI projects initiated through the Chronic Disease Clinic of Ifakara (CDCI).
- Write SOPs for the handling of lab testing and quality assurance.
- Attend all compulsory meetings such as every Tuesday at CDCI and other IHI/hospital meetings according to their profession.
- Assist in planning, coordinating, and supporting research activities IHI and other partners organize.
- Carry out any additional tasks as instructed by the Project Leader and/or Director of St. Francis Referral Hospital when necessary.
Qualification and Experience
To be considered for the position of Laboratory Technologist, applicants should have the following qualifications and experience:
- Degree in Medical Laboratory, Zoology, or a related field.
- Experience working with HIV/TB patients.
Skills and Competencies
In addition to the qualifications and experience mentioned above, applicants should possess the following skills and competencies:
- Fluent in both Swahili and English.
- Interest in TB/HIV.
- High motivation for research activities.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style.
- Capable of building and sustaining relationships with senior professionals.
- Professional attitude to work and clear work ethic.
- Result-oriented.
- Adhere to IHI core values (Integrity, Initiative, Equity, Excellence, Accountability).
Remuneration
An attractive and competitive remuneration package will be offered to successful candidates as per IHI salary scales.
Equal Opportunity
IHI is an equal opportunity employer. They prohibit intentional biases or discrimination and harassment of any kind at the workplace and during recruitment. All employment decisions are based solely on job requirements and individual qualifications, and the recruitment process is governed by the labor laws of Tanzania.
Mode of Application
All candidates who meet the job requirements should send their application letters together with their detailed curriculum vitae (CVs) showing contact addresses, including email, telephone/cell phone numbers, and copies of academic and professional certificates, to the email address below.
The deadline for this application is 17:00hrs on Wednesday, July 31st, 2024. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.
Human Resources Manager
IFAKARA HEALTH INSTITUTE #5
Ifakara Street Plot 463 Mikocheni
P.O. Box 78,373 Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Email: recruitment@ihi.or.tz
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