Kenya Methodist University (KeMU) is a chartered private Christian University
whose vision is to be a world class University raising a generation of professionals
and transformational leaders. The seat of the University is situated in Meru with
campuses in Nairobi and Mombasa. We would wish to invite qualified applicants
for the following position:
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN PHARMACY (2) POST (MAIN CAMPUS)
Reporting to Chairperson, Department of Pharmacy
Main purpose of the job:
To provide technical support and ensure that laboratory equipment are
functioning properly and ready to use in the pharmacy laboratories.
Duties and responsibilities:
I. To liaise with academic staff to discuss timetables, equipment requirements
and work plans for practical sessions
II. Running trials of experiments prior to classes and then demonstrating
techniques for experiments
III. Preparing equipment and chemicals before practical lessons
IV. Maintaining and repairing equipment and laboratory apparatus
V. Record keeping, e.g. for students’ practical sessions, tracking methods,
results, etc
VI. Ensuring that equipment is properly cleaned and that chemicals, drugs and
other materials are appropriately stored
VII. Cataloguing recordings and making them available when requested
VIII. Supporting the work of academic staff in classes and laboratory sessions and
giving technical advice to staff and students
IX. Working with individual students and supporting them on research projects
X. Managing the stock control of chemicals and equipment
XI. Ensuring that all health and safety procedures are understood and followed
correctly
XII. Coordinating work in the laboratory to ensure efficient use is made of
expensive pieces of equipment.
Minimum Requirements
I. Diploma in Pharmacy or Diploma in Laboratory Sciences from an
accredited institution.
II. Previous work in a university or scientific laboratory
III. Experience in pharmacology and pharmacognosy or pharmaceutical
chemistry and pharmaceutics is an added advantage
IV. A strong knowledge of the subject area combined with a broad subject
background enabling contributions to teaching programme
V. A Strong practical, organizational skills with the ability to manage your
own workload and commitment to academic research.
How to apply:
Interested candidates should send three (3) copies of their application,
accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of academic and
professional certificates, National ID card or passport, and any other relevant
testimonials.
- An electronic copy in PDF format to the Vice Chancellor through
email address application.April2024@kemu.ac.ke - Three hard copies marked as per the position should be sent to:
The Vice Chancellor
Kenya Methodist University
P. O. Box 267 – 60200
MERU, KENYA
To be received on or before 15thMay 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.
The Successful candidate will be required to bring the following:
i. Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority.
ii. Higher Education Loans Board.
iii. Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission.
iv. Credit Reference Bureau.
v. Certificate of Good Conduct from Criminal Investigation Department.
vi. Letters of recommendation (in sealed envelopes) from at least three
persons familiar with the applicant’s professional experience and general
character one of whom must be the pastor of their local church.
All the positions above require individuals who are of high ethical standards,
integrity, and professionalism.
KeMU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.