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Chief Laboratory Technician job at Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology (UICT)
Posted by: great-volunteer
Posted date: 2025-Jul-23
Location: Uganda, Kampala
Chief Laboratory Technician 2025-07-23T06:30:23+00:00 Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology (UICT) https://cdn.ugashare.com/jsjobsdata/data/employer/comp_1342/logo/Uganda%20Institute%20of%20Information%20and%20Communications%20Technology%20(%20UICT%20).jpeg https://student.uict.ac.ug/ FULL_TIME Uganda Kampala 00256 Uganda Education, and Training Healthcare 2025-07-31T17:00:00+00:00 Uganda 8 - Effective management, operation, and maintenance of all laboratories at the Institute
• Ensure labs meet industry standards and support training/research activities
• Provide a safe and conducive environment for learning and innovation Duties and Responsibilities 1. Laboratory Management and Supervision - Oversee daily operations of all technical laboratories
• Participate in development of plans and budgets for lab equipment
• Ensure all labs are properly equipped with necessary tools/materials
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Support building innovation lab ecosystems and industry-grade simulation labs 2. Technical Support and Training - Organize and conduct training on lab equipment usage and safety
• Provide technical guidance on latest ICT/electronics/multimedia trends
• Encourage student participation in project exhibitions and skills bootcamps 3. Equipment Maintenance and Safety Compliance - Develop and implement preventive maintenance plans
• Conduct routine inspections and equipment calibrations
• Ensure compliance with health/safety/environmental regulations 4. Inventory and Procurement Management - Maintain up-to-date inventory of all lab equipment/consumables
• Collaborate with academic departments on equipment procurement
• Monitor and control lab resource usage to minimize waste 5. Research and Development Support - Support student/faculty research and innovation projects
• Stay updated on ICT/electronics advancements to improve labs
• Foster industry collaborations for research/training opportunities 6. Team Leadership and Administration - Supervise and mentor lab technicians/support staff
• Prepare periodic reports on lab activities/maintenance
• Participate in curriculum development for practical training Key Result Areas - Operational Efficiency
• Technical Training Support
• Equipment Maintenance & Safety
• Inventory Management
• Research & Innovation Support
• Team Leadership & Reporting Qualifications & Experience - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering/Electronics/IT/Telecommunications
• Minimum 5 years in technical laboratory setting (2+ years supervisory)
• Strong knowledge of lab equipment/maintenance/safety protocols
• ICT/multimedia/fibre optic proficiency (advantage) Key Skills & Competencies - Strong leadership/management skills
• Hands-on equipment troubleshooting experience
• Excellent problem-solving/analytical skills
• Training/mentoring capability
• Good communication/teamwork abilities JOB-6880817f2a5fe Vacancy title:
Chief Laboratory Technician Jobs at:
Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology (UICT) Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, July 31 2025 Duty Station:
Uganda | Kampala | Uganda Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, July 23 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed JOB DETAILS: - Effective management, operation, and maintenance of all laboratories at the Institute
• Ensure labs meet industry standards and support training/research activities
• Provide a safe and conducive environment for learning and innovation Duties and Responsibilities 1. Laboratory Management and Supervision - Oversee daily operations of all technical laboratories
• Participate in development of plans and budgets for lab equipment
• Ensure all labs are properly equipped with necessary tools/materials
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Support building innovation lab ecosystems and industry-grade simulation labs 2. Technical Support and Training - Organize and conduct training on lab equipment usage and safety
• Provide technical guidance on latest ICT/electronics/multimedia trends
• Encourage student participation in project exhibitions and skills bootcamps 3. Equipment Maintenance and Safety Compliance - Develop and implement preventive maintenance plans
• Conduct routine inspections and equipment calibrations
• Ensure compliance with health/safety/environmental regulations 4. Inventory and Procurement Management - Maintain up-to-date inventory of all lab equipment/consumables
• Collaborate with academic departments on equipment procurement
• Monitor and control lab resource usage to minimize waste 5. Research and Development Support - Support student/faculty research and innovation projects
• Stay updated on ICT/electronics advancements to improve labs
• Foster industry collaborations for research/training opportunities 6. Team Leadership and Administration - Supervise and mentor lab technicians/support staff
• Prepare periodic reports on lab activities/maintenance
• Participate in curriculum development for practical training Key Result Areas - Operational Efficiency
• Technical Training Support
• Equipment Maintenance & Safety
• Inventory Management
• Research & Innovation Support
• Team Leadership & Reporting Qualifications & Experience - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering/Electronics/IT/Telecommunications
• Minimum 5 years in technical laboratory setting (2+ years supervisory)
• Strong knowledge of lab equipment/maintenance/safety protocols
• ICT/multimedia/fibre optic proficiency (advantage) Key Skills & Competencies - Strong leadership/management skills
• Hands-on equipment troubleshooting experience
• Excellent problem-solving/analytical skills
• Training/mentoring capability
• Good communication/teamwork abilities Work Hours: 8 Experience in Months: 60 Level of Education: bachelor degree Job application procedure Interested in applying for this job? Click here to submit your application now
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