Job Specification
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:-
Collecting, preparing, managing and safely disposing samples and specimens;
Carrying out analytical work;
Cleaning laboratory equipment after use;
Maintaining and preserving specimens and cultures;
Recording experimental data;
Maintaining laboratory equipment;
Keeping and maintaining laboratory records; and
Carrying out demonstrations of laboratory functions to clients / visitors.
Person Specification
Diploma in any of the following disciplines: - Applied Biology; Science Laboratory Technology, Analytical Chemistry; Food Science Technology Environmental science; Natural Resource Management Electrical engineering, electronics engineering, Instrumentation and controls engineering or equivalent from a recognized institution;
KCSE C- (Minus) or equivalent from a recognized institution; and
Proficiency in computer applications;
Key Competencies and Skills
Good communication skills;
Good interpersonal skills; and
Good organizational skills;