Entomology Laboratory Technician job at Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration ( IDRC )

Overview

Job Title Entomology Laboratory Technician

Location: Central Public Health Laboratories, Butabika, Kampala

Experience: 3 Years

Vacancies 1

Close Date 2026-06-29

Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration

Since 2000

Phone

+256 (0) 312 281 479

Email

adminidrc-uganda.org

Website

https://www.idrc-uganda.org/

Location

2C Nakasero Hill Rd, Kampala, Uganda

Nakasero Hill Road

Nakasero. Kampala

JOB OPENING

Job Requirements/Responsibilities:

• Support entomological monitoring and laboratory sample processing.
• Conduct morphological identification of Anopheles mosquitoes.
• Perform PCR assays for sibling species identification of An. gambiae s.I. and An. funestus s.I
• Detect insecticide resistance markers including Kdr and Ace-1R mutations.
• Conduct ELISA for sporozoite detection and blood meal analysis.
• Prepare reagents and maintain proper sample storage and cold chain systems.
• Implement quality assurance and adhere to SOPs.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and inventory records.
• Ensure timely data recording, entry and reporting.
• Support training and capacity building activities.
• Participate in vector control operational research activities.
• Perform any other duties assigned by thee supervisor.

Qualifications:

BACHELORS : Medical Laboratory Sciences , Medical Laboratory Technology or Biomedical Sciences - Mandatory

DIPLOMA : Diploma in Medical Entomology and Parasitology - Added Advantage

Certifications:

N/A

Skill & Experience:

• Knowledge of PCR, ELISA, and malaria vector identification techniques - Mandatory
• Knowledge of insecticide resistance monitoring - Mandatory
• Certificate in Good Laboratory Practice and biosafety skills - Mandatory
• Strong analytical, communication, and report writing skills - Mandatory
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. - Mandatory

Languages:

N/A

• Support entomological monitoring and laboratory sample processing.
• Conduct morphological identification of Anopheles mosquitoes.
• Perform PCR assays for sibling species identification of An. gambiae s.I. and An. funestus s.I
• Detect insecticide resistance markers including Kdr and Ace-1R mutations.
• Conduct ELISA for sporozoite detection and blood meal analysis.
• Prepare reagents and maintain proper sample storage and cold chain systems.
• Implement quality assurance and adhere to SOPs.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and inventory records.
• Ensure timely data recording, entry and reporting.
• Support training and capacity building activities.
• Participate in vector control operational research activities.
• Perform any other duties assigned by thee supervisor.

• Knowledge of PCR, ELISA, and malaria vector identification techniques - Mandatory
• Knowledge of insecticide resistance monitoring - Mandatory
• Certificate in Good Laboratory Practice and biosafety skills - Mandatory
• Strong analytical, communication, and report writing skills - Mandatory
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. - Mandatory

• BACHELORS : Medical Laboratory Sciences , Medical Laboratory Technology or Biomedical Sciences - Mandatory
• DIPLOMA : Diploma in Medical Entomology and Parasitology - Added Advantage