Laboratory Technician at Ifakara Health Institute — September 2026
Ifakara Health Institute (IHI) is a leading health research organization in Africa, working in areas including biomedical sciences, intervention studies, health systems research, service delivery, and policy translation.
IHI is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Laboratory Technician to work under the ACHIEVE Project and report to the Project Leader. The successful candidate will be stationed in Kigoma Region and will work in health facilities where recruitment and scheduled follow-up visits for study participants will be conducted.
Position: Laboratory Technician
Key Responsibilities
The Laboratory Technician will be responsible for:
- Planning and supervising the collection of samples from participating health facilities.
- Receiving, labelling, documenting, processing, testing, and recording specimens according to approved SOPs.
- Ensuring proper storage and location of specimen records.
- Performing routine and specialized laboratory procedures required by the project.
- Maintaining laboratory cleanliness and equipment standards.
- Participating in Quality Control programmes in accordance with Good Clinical Laboratory Practices (GCLP).
- Improving laboratory processes to enhance performance and reduce experimental costs.
- Preparing and updating SOPs and undertaking administrative duties as directed.
- Ensuring preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment is conducted as planned.
- Maintaining compliance with safety, ethical, regulatory, and data-management requirements.
- Maintaining compliance and safety documentation.
- Managing laboratory supplies through stock inventory, ordering, and updating stock records.
- Managing waste disposal and recycling programmes.
- Performing on-call duties when required.
- Carrying out other duties assigned by the Project Leader.
Required Skills
Applicants should have:
- Ability to perform clinical chemistry analyses using COBAS 400plus and other relevant equipment.
- Ability to conduct malaria diagnosis using microscopy and RDT.
- Ability to perform urinalysis using microscopy and dipsticks.
- Basic microbiological, entomological, and parasitological analysis skills.
- Basic digital skills, including MS Office and data-management tools.
- Good time-management and planning skills.
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and meet deadlines.
- Effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Qualification
- Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science.
Work Experience
- At least one year of working experience.
Language Skills
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili.
Remuneration
An attractive and competitive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate in accordance with IHI salary scales.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Ifakara Health Institute is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications in accordance with Tanzanian labour laws.
Important Notice
Ifakara Health Institute does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants should disregard any suspicious request for payment in connection with the recruitment or interview process.
Application Deadline
- Job Opening Date: 18 September 2026
- Closing Date: 01 October 2026
How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants should submit their applications through the official IHI recruitment portal.
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