• Carry out all laboratory investigations and submit reports as scheduled or whenever needed. • Prepare standard operating procedures across all tests conducted in the laboratory and ensure continued adherence to the established procedures. • Prepare specimens according to established standard operating procedures. • Support the implementation of Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) through establishing safety guidelines, practicing proper waste management, running Internal Quality Control (IQC) and External Quality Assurance (EQA), adherence to use of PPE, timely reporting on incidents, and follow-up on scheduled running of IQC and participation in all available Proficiency Testing schemes through evidenced IQC material availability and proper documentation in the available different HMIS tools. • Ensure implementation of Laboratory Quality Management Systems (LQMS) through engagement in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) projects, documenting, monitoring, and evaluating CQI projects in areas where the laboratory may not be performing well to realize improvement. • Ensure routine equipment maintenance through performance of routine maintenance activities as scheduled by the manufacturer. Develop a routine maintenance schedule and ensure adherence and documentation to the developed schedule. • Maintain an inventory of all laboratory equipment and offer timely communication on equipment downtime and functionality status for timely decision-making. • Ensure proper laboratory stock/logistics management through routine updating of stock cards, performance of physical counts, taking part in receipt of laboratory supplies, and timely reports for items that are near expiry to prevent stock-outs. • Ensure timely documentation and trackable archival of laboratory HMIS tools.

• A Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology from a recognizable institution. • Must be registered with the Allied Health Professional Council with a valid practicing license. • At least 2 years’ experience working in a busy laboratory setting. • Basic knowledge of performing quality controls and quality assurance regarding HIV testing. • Knowledge of good laboratory practice. • Good written and verbal communication or interpersonal skills is a must.

All applications must be addressed to: The Head Human Resources, Joint Clinical Research Centre, Plot 101 Lubowa Campus off Entebbe Road, P.O. Box 10005, Kampala-Uganda. Email applications to: jobs@jcrc.org.ug. The application deadline is Friday, 23rd May 2025 at 05:00 pm. Strictly two documents combined in one PDF are required (Application letter and CV not exceeding 6 pages). Please indicate the facility you are applying for in the subject line, e.g., LABORATORY ASSISTANT – KIHIIHI HC IV. Failure to follow instructions while applying will automatically lead to disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Successful applicants will be required to start immediately after appropriate screening checks. Note JCRC is an equal opportunity employer. Failure to follow application guidelines and any attempts to influence the recruitment process will lead to automatic disqualification.