KEMRI RCTP Medical Laboratory Technologists Jobs in Suba / Mbita and Rongo / Uriri Districts

Program Description: Research Care and Training Program (RCTP) is collaboration between the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and University of Washington (UW). RCTP leads the Family AIDS Care and Education Services (FACES) program, a comprehensive HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment program working in 100 clinics in Nyanza Province, Kenya.
 

RCTP is seeking motivated, proactive individuals to fill the following positions in the Sustainable East African Research on Community Health (SEARCH) Study. 

SEARCH is a five-year cluster randomized trial to test whether universal ART can improve health, Educational, and economic outcomes. 

We are going to be conducting a household census in 12 communities and annual multi-disease diagnostic health campaigns. 

We will also be supporting ART delivery through FACES clinics.
 

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technologist 

(30 Positions)
 

Reports to: SEARCH Laboratory Coordinator
 

Duty Station: Suba/Mbita and Rongo/Uriri Districts
 

Duration: Annual Renewable Contract,
 

Vacancy Number: FN-043-07-2013
 

Job Summary: Successful applicants will be responsible for running tests in the field laboratory station during the community health campaigns and processing samples in the mobile RNA laboratory station.
 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform SEARCH study specific assays: POC CD4 using PIMA™ analyzers, HIV rapid tests, Malaria RDTs, Sputum for AFB, and Blood glucose levels, Full hemogram and blood chemistries e.g. Liver function tests and Renal function tests
• Sample collection and processing: Infant DBS and finger prick whole blood capillary blood for viral load RNA
• Adhering to Professional Code of Conduct and Research Ethics
• Preparing Sample aliquots, archival and storage in the freezer works database
• Performing maintenance and troubleshooting on laboratory equipments
• Laboratory Waste segregation and management
• Developing and updating laboratory inventory and stock control cards
• Ensure efficient chain of custody of all samples collected, laboratory study documents, results and perform tests as per the specific laboratory SOPs
• Projection on consumables and reagents, and re-ordering whenever due.
• Any other duty as assigned by the laboratory coordinator

Key Requirements:

• Diploma in Medical laboratory Technology from the Kenya Medical Training College or any relevant, recognized institution
• Registered with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB)
• Current KMLTTB practicing license

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
 

1. Laboratory Skills:

• Good clinical and laboratory practices training (GCLP)
• Phlebotomy :Finger prick capillary whole blood
• Conduct rapid HIV antibody testing, Malaria RDT test, Blood sugar tests, Sputum for AFB and DBS sample collections
• Sample archival and storage
• CD4 and Viral load testing and finger prick sample collection
• Laboratory data and inventory management
• Laboratory commodity management

2. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills:

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English and Dholuo

3. Should embrace community-based development work.
 

4. Knowledge of computer software applications including Microsoft Office programs
 

5. Interest in working in an innovative and demanding environment with extensive travel to rural sites in southern Nyanza Province

Applications must include the following:

• A cover letter stating current work (if applicable), current salary and date available to start work on the project
• A current CV with names and telephone contacts for at least 2 referees
• Copies of academic and professional certificates and copy of the latest pay slip
• At least two recommendation letters, preferably from previous employers

All applications must be sent electronically to the email address below followed by hard copies which should be delivered or posted so as to reach the following address by 12th July 2013: hrrctp@kemri-ucsf.org
 

Human Resources Manager
KEMRI – RCTP/ FACES Program
P. O Box 614-40100
Kisumu
 

Note: Please write the Position and Vacancy Number indicated in the advert on the envelope and in the subject Line for electronic applications.