TECHNICIAN – Department of Pathology (Makerere University)

TECHNICIAN – Department of Pathology (Makerere University)

osition TECHNICIAN, Department of Pathology
Closing Date 26 Oct 2026, 5:00 PM
Reporting To Head of Department
Job Purpose Assist in formulating, reviewing and maintaining standard operating procedures for use in the workplace (Laboratories).

Key Duties & Responsibilities

  1. Generate reports, inventories and orders in the unit.
  2. Manage the use of laboratory equipment and facilities.
  3. Prepare and supervise students’ practicals
  4. Liaise with and provide support to the academic staff in teaching of practicals
  5. Implement and maintain guidelines and regulations to ensure quality assurance, control and safety in the unit
  6. Induct and mentor junior staff in the unit on technical skills

Required Qualifications

  1. An Honours Bachelors degree of Cytotechnology;
  2. Areas of specialization: Fine Needle Aspiration (FNAC), Cell block preparation, Routine histology staining, Special staining and Immunohistochemistry.
At least 3 years’ relevant work experience
Skills/Competences                      i.        Customer Care;

ii.        Ability to communicate precisely and concisely;

iii.        Analytical skills;

iv.        Proficiency in using machines and computers.

Tenure of Appointment 4-year contract
Age Limit APPLICANTS SHOULD NOT EXCEED FIFTY FIVE (55) YEARS OF AGE AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION
Remuneration PU7

Deadline: 26 Oct 2026, 5:00 PM

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