Healthcare and MedicalFull-TimeJunior-level(1-2 yrs)
Job Description
Role Overview
This is a middle-level technical position at Pwani University. The Assistant Laboratory Technician I – Gross Anatomy is responsible for providing technical support to the Gross Anatomy department, assisting in instructional activities, and ensuring the efficient operation of laboratory facilities.
Key Responsibilities
Instructional Support: Assist and train students on collecting, processing, and preservation of samples in both the field and laboratory. Support Gross Anatomy lecturers in practical demonstrations.
Laboratory Management: Maintain the Gross Anatomy laboratory and assist the demonstrator with teaching and grading duties for practicals.
Specimen Preparation: Prepare reagents, preservative solutions, samples, and specimens for practical classes and examinations.
Technical Setup: Assemble supplies, construct apparatus, and set up classroom experiments and demonstrations. Organize OSCE and viva voce sessions for Gross Anatomy assessments.
Research and Standards: Provide technical assistance to researchers and prepare/implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Administrative Duties: Assist in budget preparation, maintain updated inventories for consumables and non-consumables, and participate in resource mobilization (e.g., infrastructure and equipment grants).
Equipment Maintenance: Troubleshoot machine errors, perform general maintenance, and manage internal calibration.
Quality Control: Participate in laboratory quality management systems and ensure proper disposal of solutions and specimens according to guidelines.
Requirements and Experience
Academic Qualifications: Must hold a Diploma in Gross Anatomy and a Higher National Diploma in Gross Anatomy, Mortuary/Mortician Services, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
Experience: At least two (2) years of relevant work experience. Experience working in a higher institution of learning is an added advantage.
Professional Membership: Be a member of relevant professional bodies.
Community Engagement: Demonstrate community involvement (e.g., as a member of BOG, SMC, etc.).
Benefits
Competitive basic salary and house allowance.
Medical cover for staff and dependents.
Life Insurance.
Opportunities for training and further professional development.
Other allowances as determined by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit four (4) copies of their application accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (detailing academic qualifications, professional experience, academic leadership, publications, awards/scholarships/funding, membership to professional associations and linkages) and copies of certificates. Applicants should also provide names and contact addresses of three referees who are knowledgeable of the competence of the applicant.
Applications and letters of recommendation from referees should be addressed to:
The Vice ChancellorPwani UniversityP. O Box 195-80108, Kilifi
The deadline for submitting applications is Wednesday 20th May, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit four (4) copies of their application accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (detailing academic qualifications, professional experience, academic leadership, publications, awards/scholarships/funding, membership to professional associations and linkages) and copies of certificates. Applicants should also provide names and contact addresses of three referees who are knowledgeable of the competence of the applicant.
Applications and letters of recommendation from referees should be addressed to:
The Vice ChancellorPwani UniversityP. O Box 195-80108, Kilifi
The deadline for submitting applications is Wednesday 20th May, 2026. Applications received later than this date will not be considered.
