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Laboratory Technician (General Chemistry)

Kampala
Full-time
Deadline 2026-06-02
Posted 4 weeks ago

Role overview

What you'll be stepping into

Main purpose: Sampling and analysis of samples.

Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Receives, labels and safely storeswater, wastewater, sediment and biota samples.

  2. Analyses water, wastewater, sediment, biota and proficiency testing samples in the General chemiscry laboratory in accordance with the laboratory procedures.

  3. Participates in method verification in the chemistry laboratory in accordance with the laboratory procedures.

  4. Ensures safe removal and disposal of laboratory waste.

  5. Prepares reagents, standards and quality control samples.

  6. Responsible for environmental monitoring in the laboratories and sample storage areas.

  7. Maintains environmental monitoring records and ensures compliance to specifications.

  8. Carries out simple maintenance laboratory equipment and apparatus.

  9. Carries out verification either Chemisiry Laboratory measurement equipment.

  10. Participates in field sampling and data collection.

  11. Takes inventory and stock of laberatory equipment, reagents and consumables in the chemistry laboratory.

  12. Performs any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications and experience

Quality Control & Tracking

  1. An Ordinary Diploma in Science Technology with a bias in Chemistry or Bio-chemistry.

  2. A Bachelor of and Technology in Chemistry is an added advantage.

 

How to apply

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