LABORATORY TECHNICIAN – 1 POSITION
Institute: Ifakara Health Institute (IHI)
Project: ACHIEVE Project
Location: Kigoma Region
Reports To: Project Leader
Position: Laboratory Technician
Number of Positions: 1
Institute Overview
Ifakara Health Institute (IHI) is a leading research organization in Africa with a strong track record in developing, testing and validating innovations for health. Driven by a core strategic mandate for research, training and services, the Institute's work now spans a wide spectrum, covering biomedical and ecological sciences, intervention studies, health-systems research, service delivery and policy translation.
Position Summary
Ifakara Health Institute is seeking a qualified and experienced individual who will work as a Laboratory Technician under the ACHIEVE Project and report to the Project Leader.
The Laboratory Technician will be stationed in Kigoma Region and will be required to work in health facilities where recruitment and scheduled follow-up visits for study participants will be conducted.
Responsibilities
- Plan and supervise collection of samples from participating health facilities.
- Ensure all specimens delivered to the laboratory are properly received, appropriately labelled/documented, processed and all tests done, and results are recorded according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Ensure storage and location of records of specimens are conducted in accordance with SOPs.
- Plan and perform routine and specialized technical procedures required by the project.
- Assist in maintaining standards and cleanliness of laboratory premises and equipment in accordance with engineer's advice, guidelines and equipment's manual.
- Participate in Quality Control programs as required by Good Clinical Laboratory Practices (GCLP) to ensure reliability of testing procedures, proper functioning of laboratory equipment and compliance with relevant regulations.
- Endeavour to refine and upgrade laboratory processes in order to save the experimental costs and improve performance of the laboratory.
- Prepare and update SOPs and engage in other administrative work as directed by supervisors.
- Assist and ensure that preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment is carried out as planned.
- Ensure adherence to all relevant regulatory requirements, including those related to safety, ethics, and data management.
- Maintain records of compliance and safety documentation.
- Keep laboratory supplies ready by conducting stock inventory, placing orders and updating stock bin cards.
- Manage waste disposal and recycling programs.
- Be able to work on-call duties when required to do so.
- Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Project Leader.
Required Skills
- Able to perform clinical chemistry analyses using COBAS 400plus analyzer and others.
- Able to perform malaria diagnosis using microscope and RDT.
- Able to perform urinalysis by both microscope and dipstick.
- Able to perform basic microbiological, entomological and parasitological analyses.
- Basic digital skills including MS Office and data management tools.
- Time management skills to establish priorities and plan project timelines.
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
- Self-motivated individual who is able to work with minimal supervision and able to meet deadlines.
- Effective communication, collaborative and problem-solving skills.
Qualification Required
- Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science.
Experience
- At least one year of working experience.
Preferred Language Skills
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili.
Remuneration
An attractive and competitive remuneration package shall be offered to the successful candidates as per IHI salary scales.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Ifakara Health Institute is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Institute is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. It prohibits discrimination of any kind during recruitment and employment. All employment decisions are based solely on job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications, in compliance with the labor laws of Tanzania.
Important Notice
Ifakara Health Institute does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Please disregard written or oral requests for a job offer or an interview that you believe is or might be fraudulent or suspicious.
Job Opening Date: 18 September 2026
Job Closing Date: 01 October 2026
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