Laboratory Technologist

The National Quality Control Laboratory (NQCL) is a Semi-Autonomous Government Agency established under the Pharmacy and Poisons Act (CAP 244 of the Laws of Kenya). It is mandated to test, examine and ensure the quality control of drugs and medicinal substances.

NQCL is seeking applications to fill the following vacant positions:

Job Title : Laboratory Technologist III (Sample Management)
Advert No: NQCL NO.15/2026
Terms of Service: Contract (1 Year)
Position Level: NQCL 10
No. of positions: 3

Job Specification

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail:

(i) Implement Standard Operating Procedures;
(ii) Implement section plans and work plans;
(iii) Cleaning bins and benches and ensuring proper disposal of analytical waste.
(iv) Maintain reorder level for waste disposal bags
(v) Adhere to MSDS requirements
(vi) Implement Bio – safety Bio-security framework

Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

(i) Professional Certificate in Science laboratory technologist, Industrial Chemistry, analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Medical Laboratory or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
(ii) Proficiency in computer applications.

TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT
Successful candidates shall be placed on contract for a period of one (1) year. Other terms and conditions of service shall be guided by the provisions of the National Quality Control Laboratory (NQCL) approved Human Resource Instruments.