Laboratory Technician Job Vacancy At Ifakara Health Institute (IHI), Morogoro November 2025

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation and day-to-day management of insectary studies following GLP standards.
• Maintain insectary facilities and equipment according to SOPs.
• Ensure all equipment is in proper working condition, record daily room temperatures, and report any malfunctions to the Insectary Manager.
• Maintain all insectary equipment in good condition and ensure proper custody.
• Rearing and maintenance of mosquito colonies, including; Feeding larvae with fish food.
• Feeding adult mosquitoes using human arm or membrane feeding techniques.
• Prepare mosquitoes for experimental procedures as specified in SOPs.
• Conduct entomological fieldwork and sample collection as assigned by the InsectaryManager.
• Accurately record data and maintain laboratory documentation in compliance with GLP and institutional requirements.
• Participate in all required training programs related to entomological and GLP practices.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by the Insectary Manager.

Desired Skills

• Experience in mosquito rearing and feeding assay techniques.
• Experience in mosquito dissection.
• Experience in conducting entomological fieldwork.
• GLP Training and awarness.

Essential Qualification

• Diploma in Laboratory sciences/aquaculture or a related field.

Required Experience

• Experience working in insectary environment.
• Understanding of GLP standards and laboratory safety procedures.

Prefered Language

• Excellent communication in both English & Swahili