Technician (Biosciences) job at Mountains of the Moon University

Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

Mountains of the Moon University (MMU) is a Public University established under Statutory Instrument Number 2 of 2022, hence a body Corporate with perpetual succession and a Common Seal. MMU strives to become an academic Centre of excellence, by recruiting high caliber staff. MMU therefore invites applications from suitably qualified and skilled Ugandans for the following positions: -

Job Purpose

To conduct laboratory procedures, support research and maintain laboratory equipment and materials.

Responsibilities or duties

• Conduct laboratory experiments and routine biotechnology procedures.
• Prepare reagents, culture media, and laboratory solutions.
• Operate, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Support research activities through sample collection, processing, and data recording.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety, biosafety, and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, inventories, and documentation.
• Assist in training students and academic staff on laboratory procedures.
• Manage laboratory supplies and report equipment faults or shortages.
• Facilitate practical lessons for students to support the research, teaching, and learning programme.
• Perform any other official duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

a) Qualifications

• Honors Bachelor's Degree (first class or second class upper) in Biotechnology or Molecular Biology or Biochemistry or Microbiology from a recognized awarding institution.
• Should be registered with a professional organization where required.
• Excellent knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures for laboratories (ISO 13485).
• Demonstrated ability to prepare reagents, media, and laboratory solutions accurately.
• Should know specific techniques, tissue culture, and microbial handling.

b) Experience

• One (1) year of laboratory experience or research support in an academic or research institution.
• Should have practical experience in molecular biology or biotechnology techniques.

c) Competences

• Communication and presentation skills
• Teamwork and collaborative skills
• Time management
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic academic environment.
• Ability to work independently
• Record Management
• Safety awareness
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Integrity and Accountability

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

MMU is an equal opportunity employer, and appointments to all positions are based on merit. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted formally. Females and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

• Conduct laboratory experiments and routine biotechnology procedures.
• Prepare reagents, culture media, and laboratory solutions.
• Operate, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Support research activities through sample collection, processing, and data recording.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety, biosafety, and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, inventories, and documentation.
• Assist in training students and academic staff on laboratory procedures.
• Manage laboratory supplies and report equipment faults or shortages.
• Facilitate practical lessons for students to support the research, teaching, and learning programme.
• Perform any other official duties as may be assigned from time to time.

• Communication and presentation skills
• Teamwork and collaborative skills
• Time management
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic academic environment.
• Ability to work independently
• Record Management
• Safety awareness
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Integrity and Accountability

• Honors Bachelor's Degree (first class or second class upper) in Biotechnology or Molecular Biology or Biochemistry or Microbiology from a recognized awarding institution.
• Should be registered with a professional organization where required.
• Excellent knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures for laboratories (ISO 13485).
• Demonstrated ability to prepare reagents, media, and laboratory solutions accurately.
• Should know specific techniques, tissue culture, and microbial handling.