UNDP Laboratory Technician | Paid Internship || Apply Now
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Country: Eritrea
City: Asmara
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UNDP Laboratory Technician | Paid Internship || Apply Now
UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. This UNDP Laboratory Technician position is located in the United Nations common premises and is part of the Clinic.
Duties and Responsibilities of Laboratory technician
- Attend the UN Clinic on part time basis a week and be on call in acute/emergency cases during the outside office hours to perform the requested laboratory test.
- Collect and label all samples of different tests following international bio-safety standard
- Ensure the safe handling and transporting of bio-hazard materials in compliance with international standards and practices
- Ensure the appropriate disposal of hazardous materials following international standards of bio safety.
- Report timely the requested tests to UN Doctor and ensure that the reports are managed promptly and in confidential manner.
- Regular maintenance of all laboratory equipment’s following the technical specifications of the manufacturer of the equipment
- Proper report of problems related to laboratory performance for the fast and efficient resolution
- Participate on gatherings organized by the clinic for Health and Safety awareness and promotion programs.
- Ensure proper management of reagent stock; keep inventory of Laboratory supplies and ensure that the supplies are always replenished and adequate
- Keep records of all work done in the Laboratory activities.
- Responsible for the regular maintenance of all laboratory equipment’s following the technical specifications of the manufacturer of the equipment.
- The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for
- the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.
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Required Skills and Experience
Education:Eritrea
- Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technician.
Experience:
- Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in Laboratory technology is required.
Required skills
- Experience in the use of computers, office software packages
- (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and web-based management systems, and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages.
- Experience in Personal Protection Equipment application during any procedure performance is required.
Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section.
- Previous working, in health facility with well organized laboratory is desired.
- Proven experience and good knowledge of the microscopic examination is advantageous.
- Experience of the using all laboratory machines.
- Working experience within UN agency is an asset.
Required Language(s)
- Fluency in English is required.
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Specifications
| Type of Opportunity | Internships |
|---|---|
| Deadline | 29 August,2024 |
| Country | Eritrea |
| City | Asmara |
| Organizer | UNDP |