Laboratory Technologist

 IHI is looking for a qualified and experienced individual to take the position of Laboratory Technician in Immunology Lab for Ebola Vaccine Trial (EBL08). The officer will do the following;

• Will support all scientific functions in the immunology laboratory, including planning, reviewing, documenting and reporting matters related to study specific immunology activities.

• He/She will coordinate linkage between laboratories, clinical team and project manager.

• To make sure that all safety procedures are adhered to when collecting, labelling and storing all laboratory specimens.

• To ensure that laboratory data including laboratory findings are recorded as per protocol and stored in appropriate box files.

• Archive all the study samples following laboratory information management system for easy tracing.

• Perform any other relevant duties assigned by the PI

• Perform routine tests in assigned area of the laboratory as per current SOP.

• To perform isolation of peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMC), separation and storage of serum and plasma.

• To assist in hematological and clinical chemistry sample analysis.

• To document and report protocol deviations and implement CAPA for the reported deviations.

• To perform malaria antibody ELISA, Intracellular cytokine staining, and ELISPOT assays.

• To participate in scientific discussions and project related meetings, and maintaining inventories for stored samples, reagents and lab materials.

 Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor Degree in Medical laboratory sciences /biotechnology/immunology or other relevant experience provided they demonstrate the following skills in

•  Previous experience or familiarity with immunological assays such as ELISA, ELISPOT, ICS, PMBC isolation, serum/plasma separation

Important Dates and More

The deadline for receiving applications is 17:00 on 14/12/2021.