The Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC) seeks to hire a suitable candidate for the position of Laboratory Technician for the Drug studies/Vaccine Trial to be based in Tororo.
The Successful candidate will be reporting to the Study Coordinator.

Job description:
• Carry out laboratory screening of patients
• Collection of nasopharyngeal and oral samples for covid 19
• Sample preparation, packing and processing for covid 19
• Sampling, processing and storage of blood for haematology, biochemistry and PK component of the study
• Prepare and organize sample shipment
• Collect and carry out analysis of urine samples
• Recording results of laboratory evaluations.
• Sample storage, tracking on excel sheet or any other sample tracking system
• Timely ordering of laboratory kits
• Laboratory kit inventory
• Keeping record of all laboratory activities.
• Daily recording of temperatures for the fridges
• Ensure timely service of laboratory equipment.
• Perform laboratory quality assurance for all laboratory procedures;
• Requisition of laboratory supplies

Qualifications and other desirables for the job:
• Diploma in medical laboratory science Clinical trial work experience particularly vaccine trial
• Updated IATA and GCP certificates
• Computer skills is an added advantage
• Experience working in a research setting