Duties and Responsibilities
· Prepare samples, examine and perform various laboratory tests in accordance to a study protocol, laboratory manuals and other designated Working Instructions in a modern TB research laboratory.
· Keeping accurate records and documentation of test results, as well as proper storage both documents and laboratory samples.
· Assisting in the preparation and/or updating of laboratory documentation, particularly relating to standard operating procedures (SOPs), Working Instruction (WIs) and other laboratory or study related documents.
· Timely relaying of test results to relevant clinical research team, who use the information to diagnose, treat or follow-up participants in the clinical trial.
· Entering participants’ data into Laboratory Database as per study specific requirements.
· Maintaining, updating and sharing of professional knowledge and taking responsibility for continuing professional development (CPD) through training one`s self and/or participating in training of new staff.
· Perform other Institutional duties as maybe assigned by Laboratory Manager, Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) or Principal Investigator (PI)
Qualifications and Experience
· Bachelors of Science (BSc) in either Microbiology, Laboratory sciences, Molecular.
· Biology &Biotechnology or any BSc in related field from a recognized university.
· At least two years of working experience in a Biomedical Laboratory.
· Previous work in TB laboratory is an added advantage.
· A proven ability to work in a team under minimal supervision.
· Well written and oral communication skills in English & Swahili.
Mode of Application
All Candidates meeting the above job requirements should channel their application letters with detailed curriculum vitae (CVs) showing contact address, e-mail, telephone numbers, and photocopies of academic and professional certificates to the following addresses.
The Chief Human Resources Officer
Ifakara Health Institute,
Inside Bagamoyo Hospital
P.O. Box 74,
Bagamoyo, Tanzania
E mail: recruitment@ihi.or.tz
The deadline for submission of application is 29th April 2015. Short listed candidates will be notified by phone. Interviews will be held at IHI Bagamoyo office.