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Technician - Department of Science, Technical & Vocational Education
DistrictNot specifiedCityNot specifiedContractFull TimePosted2026-09-11Close dateNot specifiedExperience3 yearsSourceBrighterMonday Uganda
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Makerere University is hiring a Technician for its Department of Science, Technical & Vocational Education in Kampala. The role involves managing laboratory equipment, preparing student practicals, supporting academic staff, and maintaining quality and safety standards. A Bachelor's or Diploma in Science Technology and at least 3 years of relevant experience are required.
- Mid-level technical role at Makerere University in Kampala
- Full-time position, Monday to Friday, 8 to 5
- Requires Bachelor's or Diploma in Science Technology (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
- At least 3 years of relevant working experience needed
- Involves lab management, student practicals, and staff mentoring
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Experience
- Level:
- Mid level
- Length:
- 3 years
- Language Requirement:
- English
- Working Hours:
- Full Time - 8 to 5
- Applicant
- Location:
- Uganda
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- At least 3 years relevant working
- Skills/Competences
- i. Customer Care;
- ii. Ability to communicate precisely and concisely;
- iii. Analytical skills;
- iv. Proficiency in using machines and computers.
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Responsibilities
- 1. Generate reports, inventories and orders in the Unit;
- 2. Generate budgets and account for use of physical resources of the Unit
- 3. Manage the use of laboratory equipment and facilities;
- 4. Requisition, maintain and account for financial and other resources;
- 5. Prepare and supervise students’ practicals;
- 6. Liaise with and provide support to the academic staff in the teaching of practicals;
- 7. Implement and maintain guidelines and regulations to ensure quality assurance, control and safety in unit;
- 8. Induct and mentor junior staff in the unit on technical skills;
- 9. Perform any other related duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor
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- Required Qualifications
- i. Bachelor's Degree in Science Technology (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics);
- ii. Diploma in Science Technology (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics)
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