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About this role
Role overview
Unit: Department of Pathology. Reports to: Head of Department. Tenure: 4-year contract. Applications are made online through the Makerere University e-HRMS; physical applications are not accepted.
Position
TECHNICIAN, Department of Pathology
Closing Date
26 Oct 2026, 5:00 PM
Reporting To
Head of Department
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Job Purpose
Assist in formulating, reviewing and maintaining standard operating procedures for use in the workplace (Laboratories).
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Induct and mentor junior staff in the unit on technical skills
Required Qualifications
i. An Honours Bachelors degree of Cytotechnology;
ii. Areas of specialization: Fine Needle Aspiration (FNAC), Cell block preparation, Routine histology staining, Special staining and Immunohistochemistry.
Experience
At least 3 years’ relevant work experience
Skills/Competences
i. Customer Care;
ii. Ability to communicate precisely and concisely;
iii. Analytical skills;
iv. Proficiency in using machines and computers.
Tenure of Appointment
4-year contract
Age Limit
APPLICANTS SHOULD NOT EXCEED FIFTY FIVE (55) YEARS OF AGE AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION