Lab Technician – Pharmacy

In its quest to strengthen the training team for Pharmacy and generally help support training of students, NCMTC is recruiting a Laboratory Technician to join the Pharmacy department in facilitating hands-on learning experiences for students. This includes conducting Lab sessions, handling laboratory equipment and machines, health and safety, training material development (laboratory chemical reagents).

Tasks and responsibility

Liaise with trainers to prepare laboratory prior to skill sessions.
Liaise with the Head of Chemistry and Pharmaceutics sections in conducting laboratory training sessions.
Assist learners by providing guidance and instruction on the Preparation of laboratory chemical reagents, tools and machine equipment as well as demonstrating best practices for safe and efficient operation.
Keep inventory of all Laboratory tools and equipment
Instruct learners on Lab safety and ensure smooth operation of Lab activities.
Collaborate with trainers to develop training materials and teaching aids such as manuals, instructional videos, and demonstrations to support hands-on learning and reinforce theoretical concepts.
Prepare chemical reagents Organize equipment for laboratory training sessions.
Participating in classroom training in both pharmaceutics and chemistry.

Required competencies

Good practical skills in using lab tools.
Hands-on experience in Laboratory training & learning activities.
Machines and utilization
Computer proficiency
Good organisational ability
Good Lab management practices (responsibility, taking care of tools, procedures, monitoring, documentation, etc.)
Mentorship, development and support of young adults
Good social skills

Required education and experience

Minimum Diploma in Analytical chemistry.
At least 3 years of experience in handling & managing a Lab.
Conversant with national and international safety and regulatory issues

Added advantages

Training experience

Interested candidates to apply to recruitment@northcoastmtc.ac.ke. Subject of email should state position applied for. Your application should include a cover letter detailing why you are the best fit for this position and your CV with relevant skills and experience. Closing date will be 2nd April 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Apply via :

recruitment@northcoastmtc.ac.ke