Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS)
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
The Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) is a University and Centre of Excellence in health education, research, and innovation whose mission is ‘to advance knowledge, professional competencies, skills, and innovations in health sciences through high-quality student-centred and innovative education and research that responds to and influences the global/national policy, health, and development needs in an efficient, sustainable, and result-oriented manner’.
Applications are being invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant positions existing in the Pharmacy Department under the School of Life Sciences and Allied Health Professions.
LABORATORY POSITION
Laboratory Technician (1 position)
The position falls under the academic function. The academic function represents the core business of the University and its activities include teaching and learning, research, consultancy and community outreach. The Laboratory Technicians are generally expected to support clients in designing and executing laboratory activities according to standard procedures.
The Laboratory Technician will be expected to undertake, among others, the following key duties and responsibilities:
- Implementing standard operating procedures including laboratory rules and regulations
- Maintaining, repairing and cleaning laboratory equipment and accessories ∙ Conducting or supporting demonstrations during laboratory sessions
- Supporting and orienting laboratory users on procedures, rules and regulations of the laboratory
- Maintaining inventory of all laboratory resources
- Implementing occupational, health and safety systems in the laboratory ∙ Supporting academic research and outreach services
- Documenting and archiving results of laboratory analyses.
Required Education and Experience
- A minimum of Diploma in industrial laboratory technology or equivalent qualification from an accredited institution.
- 2 years’ work experience in laboratory work
Desired Attributes
- Familiarity with or ability to operate; LC-MS, HPLC, UV-Vis spectrophotometer, FITR, Dissolution apparatus
- Knowledgeable, mature and concerned with the academic progress of students.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested individuals meeting the requirements above should submit applications including: certified copies of certificates; detailed CV including names, emails and phone contacts of three (3) traceable professional referees to:
The Registrar
Kamuzu University of Health Sciences
Private Bag 360
Chichiri
Blantyre 3
Or
Email: recruitment@kuhes.ac.mw
Applicants submitting via email must indicate the title of the post in the subject line of the email. Applications should be submitted by close of business on 21st April, 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.
Download the advert from the link below:https://www.kuhes.ac.mw/job/academic-positions-readvertised/