Laboratory Technologist Job Kenya Methodist University

LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST: KeMU/ASA/MLS/4/2/2025; 6 POSITIONS,

• The laboratory technologist is responsible for preparing and conducting practicals for undergraduate and post-graduate students, maintenance of chemical stores, assisting in research, field work and acquisition of teaching materials, safe disposal of laboratory waste, expired chemicals, and unserviceable and obsolete equipment.

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Duties and Responsibilities:

• Setting up objective structured clinical examination sessions for student assessments.
• Assist in preparations of student practical’s in laboratories.
• Provide technical information about test results to students and researchers.
• Receive laboratory equipment and materials including their inspection.
• Prepare and implement the use of standard operating procedures in the laboratory.
• Ensure proper disposal of laboratory waste.
• Maintain a record of laboratory stock and stock control.
• Maintain proper inventory of the materials and equipment in the laboratory.
• Carry out stock taking exercises at the end of every quarter of the Financial Year in liaison with the stores section of procurement and Finance Departments for purposes of quarterly account report preparation.
• Carry out other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science in Medical laboratory sciences from a recognized academic institution.
• Must have at least three (3) years’ work experience at the level of Laboratory Technologist in an institution of higher learning.
• Must be a registered member of a The Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologist Board with a valid practicing license.
• Should be proficient in relevant computer applications

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How To Apply

Interested candidates should send three (3) copies of their application, accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of academic and professional certificates, National ID card or passport, and any other relevant testimonials.

• An electronic copy in PDF format to the Vice Chancellor through email address applications.march@kemu.ac.ke
• Three hard copies marked as per the position should be sent to:

The Vice Chancellor
Kenya Methodist University
P. O. Box 267 – 60200
MERU, KENYA

To be received on or before 26th  March 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Successful candidates will be required to bring the following:

• Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority;
• Higher Education Loans Board;
• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission;
• Credit Reference Bureau;
• Certificate of Good Conduct from Criminal Investigation Department;
• Letters of recommendation (in sealed envelopes) from at least three persons familiar with the applicant’s professional experience and general character one of whom must be the pastor of their local church. All the positions above require individuals who are of high ethical standards, integrity, and professionalism.

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