Uganda Wildlife Authority
JOB TITLE : LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
DIRECTORATE : BIODIVERSITY MANAGEMENT
REPORTS TO : LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST
SUPERVISES : NONE
DUTY STATION : UWA HEADQUARTERS
SALARY SCALE : UWA 07
CONTRACT DURATION : FOUR (4) YEARS
NUMBER OF VACANCIES : Two (02)
Job Purpose
To provide specialized laboratory services in wildlife health management.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
i.Collecting and examining samples, and reporting on the results.
ii.Referring samples to other laboratories and ensure that protocols are followed
iii.Breeding and training lab animals for research and for science education programs.
iv.Carrying out science education activities using laboratory animals.
v.Conducting tissue processing and providing storage services.
vi.Establishing a database of necropsy results and creating a system of storing tissue sections.
vii.Undertaking research and project activities.
viii.Collaborating in breeding programs and learning initiatives.
ix.Preparing work plans and budgets for laboratory requirements.
x.Developing wildlife laboratory standard operating procedures and guidelines.
xi.Establishing a repository system for animal tissue, and processed slide for future reference.
Person Specifications
a Qualifications
A Diploma in Laboratory Technology from a recognized Institution.
b. Experience
Nil
c. Competences
i.Technical
Knowledge in wildlife management
Records and Information management
Risk management
Information Communication Technology
Research and analytical
ii.Behavioral
Concern for quality and standards
Accountability
Communicating effectively
Judgment, decision making and problem solving
Ethics and integrity
