Laboratory Technologist Job KEMRI Kisumu, Kenya

Job Title: Laboratory Technologist
Date Posted: 31/07/2026
Job Type: Full Time
Job Level: Entry
Employer: Kenya Medical Research
Industry: Medical
Salary: Open
Location: Kisumu
Country: Kenya
Deadline: 20/08/2026
Summary: Medical Jobs. KEMRI Jobs. Looking for a medical job in Kisumu, Kenya? KEMRI is hiring a Laboratory Technologist to conduct laboratory tests, analyze samples support research activities, and ensure accurate diagnostic results. The role is based in Kisumu and experience in laboratory procedures is required.

  • Collect, process, label, store, and transport biological specimens in accordance with study protocols, laboratory SOPs, and Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) guidelines.
  • Maintain specimen inventory logs, laboratory tracking systems, and chain-of-custody documentation.
  • Conduct routine laboratory quality control and quality assurance procedures and document all findings appropriately.
  • Review laboratory data for completeness, accuracy, and consistency and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with study staff.
  • Monitor laboratory inventory and assist with forecasting, ordering, receiving, and tracking laboratory supplies and consumables.
  • Ensure compliance with biosafety, infection prevention, waste management, and occupational health procedures.
  • Participate in study meetings, protocol trainings, refresher trainings, and quality improvement activities.
  • Ensure compliance with study protocols, institutional policies, GCLP, GCP, and applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Perform any other study-related duties assigned by the Supervisor
  • Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science, Biomedical Science, or a related field.    Mandatory
  • Registered with the regulatory Board-KMLLTB.    Mandatory
  • Additional training in HIV testing or molecular diagnostics is an advantage.    Added Advantage
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a laboratory technologist, preferably in a clinical or research setting.    Mandatory
  • Familiarity with Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) and research protocols is a plus    Mandatory

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