Background
Makerere University Lung Institute (MLI) is a center of excellence for Lung Health in the College
of Health Sciences, Makerere University. Our mission is lung health research that integrates
disease prevention, clinical care and training in Sub-Saharan Africa. MLI therefore seeks to fill the
following positions to support service delivery at the Lung Institute Clinic (LIC).
Job Title: Laboratory Technician (1)
Reports to: Head of Clinical Services
Engagement: Fulltime
Duration: 1 year, renewable upon satisfactory performance
Job Summary: The laboratory technician will be responsible for collection of blood and other test
specimens as requested by the doctors and clinicians. He/she will ensure that the specimens are
delivered to the laboratory and analysed, and results delivered to the attending clinician/patient in
a timely manner.
Roles and responsibilities:
1. Accurately collect and label test specimens exactly as outlined in each clinic
requisition as guided by the standard operating procedures
2. Receive tissue samples from patients
3. Process and prepare collected specimens for laboratory testing
4. Ensure all collected test specimens are packaged well, delivered to the lab and
timely results delivered to the LIC
5. Maintain a register of all requested tests; follow up on all tests sent out and ensure
there is a record of returned results in the register
6. Assist in the compilation of data for the laboratory’s monthly reports
7. Clean and maintain the work area and medical equipment
8. Demonstrate excellent customer and ensure timely processing of samples
9. Develop SOPs for the lab
Qualifications & Skills:
● Diploma in medical laboratory technology
● Knowledge of regulatory requirements & Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
● Registration with the Allied Health Medical Professional Council with a valid Annual
Practicing License (APL).
● Minimum of 2 years working experience in a busy clinical or medical research
laboratory
● Excellent written and oral communication skills
● Analytical skills
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should submit an application letter with a 3-page
CV, Academic documents + two reference letters by the 29th August 2024 using this link: https://forms.gle/UUR5LMpna27cWfVw8
. Applications should be addressed to the:
Administrator, HR
Makerere University Lung Institute
Lung Institute Building, New Mulago Hospital Complex, New Mulago Hill Road
P.O. Box 7749, Kampala (U)
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
