Laboratory Scientist (1 post) – Bagamoyo

The Laboratory Scientist will participate in designing and conducting laboratory studies, reviewing SOPs, performing quality control procedures, preparing samples, and analyzing results.

Position Summary

Ifakara Health Institute is seeking a qualified and experienced Laboratory Scientist to join the team in Bagamoyo. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting routine and experimental laboratory tests, mainly in the fields of Immunology and Molecular Biology. He/she will strictly adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ISO 15189 requirements, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP), and approved study protocols to ensure accurate, reliable, and precise scientific data that supports research excellence and customer satisfaction.

The Laboratory Scientist will participate in designing and conducting laboratory studies, reviewing SOPs, performing quality control procedures, preparing samples, analyzing results, documenting findings, and contributing to manuscript and protocol writing. The role also involves maintaining laboratory equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, training students and interns, and collaborating with national and international investigators.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology, Laboratory Sciences, or a related field with equivalent education. They must have at least one year of experience in biomedical research and clinical trials, with hands-on skills in immunological assays such as ELISA, ELISPOT, ICS, PBMC isolation, and serum/plasma separation.

More info & How to apply

Apply by 16:30hrs (EAT) on Wednesday, September 17th, 2025. For more details and the full job description, read the full job announcement: Laboratory Scientist – MMS MAP Study