Principal Engineering Technologist

Reporting to the Chief of Research, the incumbent will be responsible for the acquisition, installation, repairs and maintenance of laboratory equipment and plants including;

• Formulating and enforcing laboratory equipment operating standards
• Ensuring proper maintenance of all laboratory and related equipment
• Perform minor repairs on broken down equipment
• Training users on equipment operations and simple routine maintenance procedures
• Operate the Institute’s flow cytometer including daily
• Calibrations & quality assurance, guiding the users on basic operations.

Requirements for Appointment

• A bachelors degree in Biomedical engineering or a Higher National Diploma in a relevant field
• Three years experience in maintaining laboratory or hospital equipment preferably in a research set-up
• Knowledgeable of all aspects of equipment management and maintenance
• Have knowledge and experience in the operation and maintenance of flow cytometers

Qualified and interested applicants may apply enclosing a detailed resume, copies of academic and professional certificates plus testimonials, names and addresses of three (3) referees (include telephone contact and email).