KENYA MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE E-RECRUITMENT PORTAL
Senior Laboratory Analyst - Mtwapa
- Advertised Date: 04/23/25
- Closing Date: 05/13/25 5:00:00 PM
- Applications: 9
Job Tite/Designation
Senior Laboratory Analyst - Mtwapa
Key Responsibilities:
- Receiving and scrutinizing laboratory requisition forms/specimens;
- Receiving/collecting, labelling and registering patients’ specimens;
- Preparing laboratory reagents;
- Examining specimens;
- Maintaining equipment and reagents;
- Supervising the disinfection, washing and sterilization of apparatus;
- Writing and recording results;
- Processing the specimen according to the specified Standard Operating Procedures (SOP); and
- Implement Laboratory External Quality Assessment (EQA) program to ensure enrollment, participation and timely response of collaborating laboratories.
- Participate in well documented internal audits and other quality assurance activities, and ensure such activities achieve intended outcomes.
- Coordinate conducting of management reviews, equipment verification and measurement uncertainty and inform management on matters arising.
- Support the implementation of the Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) activities for QMS sustainability.
- Oversee sample storage and shipping processes;
- Accountable for all laboratory consumables
- Ensuring timely development and sharing of reports;
- Supervise other laboratory staff
- Take part in laboratory staff mentorship
- Be flexible and ability to work under pressure and long hours
Vacancy Requirements:
| # | Description. | Requirement Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | At least four (4) years relevant work experience; | Mandatory |
| 2 | Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields; Medical Laboratory Sciences Laboratory Sciences, Analytical/Applied, Chemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Applied Sciences/Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Food Science and Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology or Biotechnology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. | Mandatory |
| 3 | Registration Certificate issued by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB) where applicable; or any other recognized regulatory body; | Mandatory |
| 4 | Trained on ISO 15189:2022 will be an added advantage | Added Advantage |
| 5 | SLAMTA Training, 1, 2 & 3 will be an added advantage | Added Advantage |
| 6 | Valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists where applicable; and | Mandatory |
| 7 | Proficiency in computer application; | Mandatory |
| 8 | Demonstrated work performance and results; | Mandatory |
| 9 | At least three years’ experience working in a clinical trial or research setting will be an added advantage; | Mandatory |
| 10 | Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution. | Mandatory |
| 11 | Analytical Skills | Mandatory |
| 12 | Communication skills | Mandatory |
| 13 | Interpersonal skills | Mandatory |
| 14 | Ability to work under minimal supervision. | Mandatory |
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Job Type
Contract
No. of Vacancies
1
Job Grade
KMR 05
Location
Contact Email Address
icthelpdesk@kemri.go.ke
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