LABORATORY TECHNICIAN Post #2136
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the post of a Technical Officer in the Department of Biology of the National University of Lesotho. The appointment will be on permanent and pensionable terms of
service.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Candidates must have either
• a two-year relevant post C.O.S.C. Diploma or equivalent qualification in laboratory science OR
• obtained at least a 2nd Class pass in C.O.S.C. or its LGCSE equivalent.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Work with lecturers in preparation for laboratory classes;
• Preparation of laboratories for Biology practical classes;
• Cleaning up of laboratories after practical classes;
• Maintenance of animal and plant collections;
• Keeping inventory of materials;
• Ordering of supplies;
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Head of Department.
CONTRACT TERMS:
The appointment will be on permanent and pensionable terms of service.
REMUNERATION:
The University offers competitive salaries and other benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.
INFORMATION REQUIRED FROM CANDIDATES:
a) Application letters should state relevant qualifications and experience and provide other information that will assist the University to determine the candidate’s suitability for the position.
b) Applicants should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for;
c) Provide current CV’s (including telephone and e-mail contact details) and certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts.
d) Provide names and contact details of three (3) contactable professional referees.
e) Certified copy of an Identity Document
All applications should be e-mailed to [email protected]
The closing date for receiving full applications for the position is 25th February, 2021.
DISCLAIMER: If you do not receive any response within three months after the closing date, you must consider your application unsuccessful.