Laboratory Technician

The Lung Institute is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the University of Cape Town and is recognised internationally as a leader in the study of treatments for tuberculosis and airways diseases, having performed more than 150 research projects. Since 2008 CTBRI has conducted research into tuberculosis with focus areas of TB drug development, HIV/TB interaction, effects of smoking in TB and HIV, and understanding adherence to medication in drug-resistant TB.

**Minimum Requirements**:

- National Diploma in Biomedical Technology or Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or Medical Technical Certificate
- 2 -3 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 driver’s license (advantageous)

**Advantageous**:

- Valid GCP and GLCP Certificates
- Valid driver’s license

**Responsibilities include (but not limited to)**:

- Specimen processing and storage, including maintaining biobank mainfests in real time
- Processing and handling all associated specimens according to protocol and laboratory manuals.
- Maintain an audit trail tracking the specimen’s 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
- Wortking hours - 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
- Position based in Mowbray

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

**Job Types**: Temporary, Full-time
Contract length: 12 months

Application Deadline: 2023/10/18