The National University of Lesotho
| POSITION | Laboratory Technician |
| POST NO. | 2245 |
| DEPARTMENT/SECTION | Chemistry & Chemical Technology |
| FACULTY | Science & Technology |
| RESPONSIBLE TO | HOD |
| LOCATION | National University of Lesotho (Roma) |
Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:
The minimum qualification requirement is a Diploma in Laboratory Sciences Technology with emphasis on Chemical Sciences. Candidates with Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Sciences maybe considered. Experience as a laboratory technician at university o equivalent institution of higher learning will be an advantage.
The prospective candidate should possess adequate knowledge in Chemistry to be able to undertake laboratory preparations without supervision and be able to assist students in the laboratory when required. The candidate must have adequate technical knowledge to be able to troubleshoot and undertake minor repairs of laboratory equipment/instruments.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Making preparations and setting up for laboratory sessions, and supervision during laboratory sessions when required
- Laboratory housekeeping and handling equipment and minor maintenances of laboratory instruments.
- Keeping inventory of chemicals and laboratory equipment.
- Ordering of chemicals, glassware and laboratory equipment.
- Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Remuneration:
The University offers salaries and benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Employment type:
Permanent and pensionable/gratuitable terms for Locals only.
Information required from candidates:
- Signed application letters stating relevant qualifications and experience and provide other information that will assist the University to determine the candidate’s suitability for the position;
- Applicants should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for;
- Provide current CV’s (including telephone and e-mail contact details) and certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts;
- Provide names and contact details of three (3) contactable professional referees;
- Certified copy of an Identity Document.
All applications should be e-mailed to [email protected] and addressed to:
Director – Human Resources
National University of Lesotho
Roma 180 – Maseru, LESOTHO
The closing date for receiving full applications for the position is 30th April, 2025.
NB. ALL THE ATTACHMENTS (APPLICATION LETTER, CV, CERTIFICATES, & ID) SHOULD BE COMBINED AND EMAILED AS ONE PDF DOCUMENT
DISCLAIMER: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from the University within three months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.