Laboratory Technologist Nakuru Campus - 2 Posts At Mount Kenya University

QualificationMust have:Bachelor of Science in a relevant field i.e Analytic Chemistry, Applied Biology, Science LaboratoryPrior experience in a Tertiary Learning InstitutionDiploma in Analytic Chemistry, Applied Biology, Science Laboratory will be an added advantageBe computer literateHave a good communication and interpersonal skills.Have at least 3 years of working experience in a LaboratoryKey responsibilities also includeReporting to: Deputy Director, Academic and Research AffairsDuties and responsibilities:Assist Senior Technologist in day-to-day activities of the LaboratoriesLiaising with academic staff to discuss timetables, equipment requirements and work plans;Running trials of experiments prior to Practical sessions and then demonstrating techniques for experiments;Preparing equipment and chemicals before practical sessionsMaintaining/custodian of equipment and laboratory apparatus in the assigned laboratory(ies)Maintain laboratory equipment and facilities through performing operator maintenance, and schedules annual and any other regular maintenance as required per manufacturer and/or governing statue.Record keeping e.g. For students' practical sessions, tracking methods, results, etc.;Ensuring that equipment and Laboratories are properly cleaned and that chemical, drugs and other material are appropriately storedCataloguing recordings and making them available when requestedSupporting the work of lecturers in laboratory sessions and giving technical advice to staff and studentsReport any failure/breakdown of equipment to the Senior TechnologistWorking with individual students and supporting them on research projectsManaging the stock control of chemicals and equipmentContributing to high-level research.