This is the entry and training grade for laboratory technologists. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a senior officer.
Duties and responsibilities at this grade will include:
- cleaning and sterilizing laboratory glass ware, surfaces and equipment;
- documenting and receiving samples for analysis;
- preparing culture media and laboratory reagents;
- collecting, processing, preserving and analyzing water, sediment and biological samples;
- recording of laboratory reports;
- carrying out demonstrations of laboratory functions to clients/visitors ;
- assisting in training of interns and students on attachment;
- assisting in training and guiding clients on improved technologies such as seaweed farming, fish farming and value addition; and
- any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Qualifications
For appointment to this grade an officer must have:
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a minimum grade of C (Plain) or equivalent;
- Diploma in any of the following disciplines:- Applied Biology; Science Laboratory Technology, Analytical Chemistry; Food Science Technology or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and
- Working knowledge of computer applications.
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