Senior Laboratory Technician

4 weeks ago


Cape Town, South Africa University of Cape Town Lung Institute Full time
Minimum Requirements:
  • National Diploma in Biomedical Technology or Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or Medical Technical Certificate
  • 3 - 5 years laboratory experience
  • Valid GCP and GLCP Certificates (advantageous)
  • Advanced computer skills including using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), internet browsers and medical databases.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong organizational skills, with excellent attention to detail
  • Able to work autonomously
  • Valid drivers license (advantageous)

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
  • Manage intern and junior tech
  • Specimen processing and storage, including maintaining biobank manifests in real time
  • Processing and handling all associated specimens according to protocol and laboratory manuals.
  • Maintain an audit trail tracking the specimens progress through the laboratory
  • Complete the CRFs associated with specimen collection as outlined in the study protocol and laboratory manual
  • Maintain study specific Laboratory Working Files with all the relevant documentation
  • Maintain temperature monitoring logs for fridge-, freezer- and room temperature of the laboratory and follow up on the corrective actions for any deviations
  • Ensure that Laboratory Equipment is calibrated on a regular basis as per requirements (when applicable)
  • Arrange for transport / courier of specimens at specified intervals.
  • Maintain Internal Quality Control (IQC) and External Quality Control (EQC) programs and perform investigations as required
  • Compile monthly reports on stored sample inventory
  • Respond to audit findings and implement any remedial action, if audit conducted
  • Ensure that laboratory safety procedures are followed


Additional Information:
  • 12-month contract
  • Working hours - 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
  • Position based in Mowbray

The University of Cape Town Lung Institute is committed to equity in our employment practices and reserves the right not to appoint.
The selection process will be guided by the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the University of Cape Town Lung Institute (Pty) Ltd.

*Please Note: This Position is not on UCT Conditions of Service.

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