Impactful Microbiology Lab Technician | Clinical Pathology

Afrique Connection Consultancy; Umlazi; On-site; ZAR 210,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Afrique Connection Consultancy is recruiting a Laboratory Technician for a KwaZulu-Natal Umlazi clinical research site on a one-year fixed-term contract. The role requires Microbiology or Clinical Pathology certification and HPCSA registration, with at least 2 years of lab experience and knowledge of LIMS.

The position involves handling samples, data capture, equipment maintenance, stock control and strict adherence to biosafety protocols in a fast-paced research environment.

Qualifications

• Laboratory / Medical Technician - Microbiology or Clinical Pathology certified.
• Current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
• At least 2 years' laboratory experience in a Microbiology or Clinical Pathology laboratory.
• Knowledge of laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
• Knowledge of SANAS, GCP, GCLP standards and IATA.
• Knowledge of point-of-care testing and adherence to strict turnaround times.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, store and retrieve samples.
• Capture data and work with a range of laboratory reports.
• Maintain records of laboratory processes and equipment.
• Monitor equipment performance and schedule equipment for service and/or calibration as required.
• Assist with laboratory stock and inventory control.
• Adhere to infection control measures, including correct disposal of bio-hazardous waste (including autoclaving).
• Assist with SOP development, writing and implementation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical ability

Interpersonal skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

HPCSA registration

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Afrique Connection Consultancy is recruiting a Laboratory Technician for a KwaZulu-Natal Umlazi clinical research site on a one-year fixed-term contract. The role requires Microbiology or Clinical Pathology certification and HPCSA registration, with at least 2 years of lab experience and knowledge of LIMS.

The position involves handling samples, data capture, equipment maintenance, stock control and strict adherence to biosafety protocols in a fast-paced research environment.