Laboratory Technician (Fresher NGO Jobs)
Organisation: Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Deadline: 18th August 2025
Core Requirement: Diploma in Medical Laboratory with current practicing license. No prior experience required.
About the Organisation
Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) is an independently governed institute within the College of Health Sciences at Makerere University and has the mission “To strengthen health systems in Africa, with a strong emphasis on infectious diseases, through research and capacity development.” IDI has operations across Uganda as well as in a number of other African countries and has a staffing of over 1,000 managing multiple projects in research, clinical services, public health and training.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Collect and deliver samples from wards/clinics to the designated laboratory with fully completed request forms and checklists in a timely and safe manner.
- Perform laboratory analyses, including cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) examinations, microbial cultures, and molecular diagnostics such as CSF and urine GeneXpert Ultra.
- Prepare and store CSF samples according to the Meningitis Diagnostic Laboratory’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Ensure compliance with established laboratory quality standards and protocols, supporting timely result reporting to clinicians for optimal patient care.
- Assist in laboratory audits and inspections, and take part in the maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date sample storage records; coordinate the retrieval, packaging, and shipment of samples when required.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor to support the overall team.
Documentation
- Shall be responsible for providing point-of-care results and CSF analysis, and culture results promptly.
- Complete sample request forms and laboratory checklists as required by the protocol.
- Complete and maintain current training and certification in Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP).
Team Work/Collaboration
- Will attend all study meetings to discuss patient care and other team-related activities
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Diploma in medical Laboratory
Person Specification
- Licensed laboratory technician with current practicing license. Experience working in a clinical trial is an added advantage
- Ability to conduct CSF microbiology assays
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- An ability to work independently and with minimal supervision while functioning as a good team player.
How to Apply
All candidates should apply online at the link below.
Deadline: 18th August 2025
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