Medical Laboratory Technician (2 Posts)

KNP/ADV/10/2026

Job Summary

The Medical Laboratory Technologist will support practical training and laboratory operations in the Health Science Department, ensuring safe, accurate and well-supervised laboratory practice for trainees in line with KMLTTB and CBET standards.

Minimum Requirements

Valid registration/licensing with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB).

Computer literacy.

Relevant clinical/laboratory work experience is an added advantage.

Key Competencies and Skills

Strong technical laboratory and diagnostic skills.

Knowledge of laboratory safety, quality assurance and infection control protocols.

High level of accuracy, attention to detail and integrity.

Good communication and trainee-supervision skills.

Key Responsibilities

Support trainers in conducting practical sessions in medical laboratory science.

Prepare, calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment and reagents.

Enforce laboratory safety, biosafety and infection-control standards.

Guide trainees in specimen handling, testing procedures and result interpretation.

Maintain accurate laboratory records, inventory and quality-control logs.

Support CBET-based assessment of trainees' practical competencies.