Agricultural Research and Extension Trust (ARET)
AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH AND EXTENSION TRUST – ARET
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
The Agricultural Research and Extension Trust (ARET) is Malawi’s premier institution in tobacco research, extension and training services. Established in 1995 and funded primarily by tobacco growers, ARET’s core activities include development and dissemination of tobacco technologies and training of tobacco stakeholders in order to sustain and improve agricultural productivity while conserving natural resources.
An opportunity has arisen for highly motivated professionals with requisite academic qualifications and technical expertise to fill existing vacant posts that have arisen in ARET as follows: –
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN – (1 POST)
Tenable at: ARET Head Office in Lilongwe
Job Purpose
Assist the Scientist to perform highly technical diagnostic tests in the Analytical Laboratory.
Duties
- Collect samples from various sites for Research Scientists, Tobacco Farmers and other organizations based on demand
- Analyze samples on various chemical or physical parameters.
- Conduct laboratory tests according to equipment specifications and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Evaluate new methodologies when new procedures have been identified for use in the Lab.
- Maintain laboratory equipment, instruments and tools, ensuring clean, safe and good working conditions.
- Periodically update data files.
- Monitor reagent stocks in the laboratory storeroom and liaise timely with the Chemist in ordering fresh stocks.
- Supervise subordinate staff in the field of various sample preparation and registration.
- Test quality control samples during analysis.
- Ensure that proper waste disposal and recycling methodologies are followed.
- Supervise, train and motivate laboratory attendants.
Key Competences
- Be able to work with minimum supervision.
- Good team working spirit.
- Meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Analytical Skills.
- Time management and ability to meet targets.
Qualifications and Experience
- Diploma in Laboratory Technology or in any relevant field.
- Five years relevant work experience
Mode of Application
Applications including a detailed curriculum vitae (CV), signed application letters, national ID, photocopies of relevant certificates, names and addresses of three traceable referees should be sent to the following address not later than 18th September 2026. All applications must clearly indicate the position being applied for on the envelope.
The Chief Executive Officer
ARET
Private Bag 9
LILONGWE
ARET is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving workforce diversity and inclusion.
All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business needs.