The Unit is an internationally recognised centre of excellence with dominant research themes in the areas of HIV and emerging infections, vaccines and immunity, and chronic diseases and cancer. Through a multidisciplinary approach, intersecting basic science, epidemiological research, social-behavioural research and the conduct of new intervention evaluation studies, the Unit contributes knowledge on changing epidemics and diseases, the evaluation of innovative health care options, treatment and prevention and the development of health policy and practice in Africa and worldwide. Following the signing of strategic transfer agreements between the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) and the Medical Research Council (MRC UK), the Unit formally joined LSHTM on 1st February 2018.
The exciting new partnership will boost research capacity into current and emerging health issues in Africa and throughout the world. The Unit is based at the UVRI Entebbe campus with established outposts in Kalungu, Masaka, Wakiso and Kampala Districts. The Unit is now seeking an enthusiastic and experienced individual to fill the following position:
Laboratory Technologist PGPI (03 Positions)
Position Code: LT PGPI -921
Reports to: Postdoctoral Scientist
Station: Entebbe

Job Purpose:
To assist in conducting Flow cytometry and Luminex laboratory experiments.

Roles & Responsibilities:
• PBMC Isolation and cryopreservation;
• Thawing of frozen PBMC;
• Rapid thawing of plasma;
• Staining of PBMC with fluorescence antibodies;
• Designing flow cytometry assays;
• Designing Luminex assays;
• Analysis of flow cytometry data using flowjo, R and Graph pad prism;
• Analysis of luminex data using R and Graph pad prism;
• Proficiency in pipetting;
• Runs samples (generally prepared by others) and acquires data;
• Transfers acquired data to scientist for analysis;
• Aids interpreting machine dependent results;
• Trains users that want to acquire their own samples and supervises them;
• Evaluates new antibodies and labels, acquisition and analysis software, sample preparation;
• Applies GLP and verifies audit preparedness;
• Follows safety procedures and checks;
• Daily QC of Flow cytometer;
• Keeps LJ monitoring charts, reports malfunctions and prepares flow cytometer for acquiring sample data; and,
• Monitors stocks of flow cytometry consumables and solutions and re-order.

Person Specification
• Bachelor’s Degree in any laboratory related field;
• Should possess training in Good Clinical Laboratory Practice;
• Training in Good Clinical Laboratory Practice is also an added advantage;
• At least one year of experience working in a research setting;
• Comprehensive understanding of designing flow and luminex experiments;
• Knowledge in research methods;
• Should be hardworking;
• Enthusiastic about research; and,
• Excellent communication skills demonstrating both open and clear communication.

Method of Application

Follow the link below to fill a form and submit your application documentation:
https://redcap.link/Laboratory_Technologist_PGPI
Filling the form more than once will lead to automatic disqualification. High level of integrity while filling the form is required and will be considered during shortlisting.
Combine all your application documentation i.e. cover letter, CV & academic documents into one PDF document. Deadline for application is 29th September 2021, 5:00pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview. This position is open to Ugandan nationals only. Strictly follow the application procedure as failure to do so will lead to automatic disqualification. Only online applications through the link provided will be accepted. You will receive a notification in your email if your application and documentation have been successfully received. In the event you are selected as the best candidate for the job, it will be a requirement to present certified copies of academic documents prior to contracting.
The applications should be addressed to:
The Head of Human Resources,
MRC/ UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit,
P.O. Box, 49,
Entebbe, Uganda.

Consider your application unsuccessful if not contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date of the advert. Any form of lobbying at any stage will lead to automatic disqualification. By submitting your personal information, you consent to the MRC/ UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit holding and using it in accordance with its recruitment policy and procedure. The Unit reserves the right to verify documents attached with the relevant awarding institutions to authenticate their validity.
MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda research Unit is an equal opportunity employer committed to having a diverse work force and does not ask for money at any stage of recruitment.