United States International University-Africa, is a Higher Learning Institution based in Nairobi, Kenya and is the most diverse university in East and Central Africa with about 7,000 students from over 60 nations, and a global network of more than 25,000 alumni. USIU-Africa is the only university in Sub-Saharan Africa whose degree programs are accredited by both the Kenya Government through the Commission for University Education (CUE), and by the American Government through the WASC Senior Colleges and Universities Commission (WSCUC).
In line with our commitment to providing quality, affordable education through world-class service delivery platforms, USIU-Africa is seeking to recruit a suitable and qualified candidate for the following position:
Laboratory Technologist – Human Physiology – Fixed Term
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Chair, Pure and Biomedical Sciences department, School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, the successful candidate will be expected to support learning activities in Biochemistry laboratory.
Responsibilities:
- Designing and conducting lab tests according to standard procedures
- Supervising and assisting students during laboratory and research sessions
- Ensuring student adherence to safety protocols while performing practical’s
- Management of laboratory supplies
- Using, cleaning and maintaining various types of equipment.
- Segregate and dispose laboratory waste appropriately
Requirements:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Physiology from accredited university.
- Minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in a similar position in a research or higher learning Institution.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision.
- Experience in an accredited laboratory will be an added advantage
- Excellent skills and competency in Physiological techniques, pathology or human anatomy. Clinical Biochemistry is an added advantage
- Registration by relevant regulatory body (if applicable);
If you have the requisite qualifications and experience and desire to work as a team member in a modern, progressive, international, and multicultural institution where you can make a difference, please apply indicating in the subject line: ‘Business Development Trainer’. Interested applicants must provide a cover letter and a current CV, certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, and addresses of three referees, telephone and e-mail contacts by 5.00pm, Monday, March 31, 2025 to:
Director, Human Resource,
United States International University – Africa,
P. O. Box 14634-00800, Nairobi, Kenya
Email: [email protected]
Disclaimer: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
USIU-Africa is an equal opportunity employer
