Lab Technician

3 year contract

Location: Gaborone, Botswana

RESPONSIBILITIES REPORTING AND SUPERVISION

• Composes, reviews and follows up on external communications with clients and suppliers as related to work activities,
• Prepares client reports with lab test results and interpretation for review by senior personnel,
• Assists in training of new employees.

LABORATORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs laboratory analysis, prepares reports on test results,
• Applies understanding of chemical/corrosion theory.
• Perform equipment repair requirements and calibration checks.
• Performs laboratory testing following training in test procedures.
• Performs basic analytical testing with progressive learning of new test procedures and data , Maintains data per company standards,

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilizes good laboratory practices and ensures work is complete to required standard.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in repetitive tasks,
• Set up and manage project files on computer.
• Provides some administrative duties for phone calls, data filing and receiving of deliveries. Maintains a clean and safe work environment for all employees and customers, both inside and outside the premises.
• Wears appropriate personal protective equipment and identifies hazards that may arise.
• Follows all health and safety rules and regulations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Post-Secondary education with minimum required work experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Knowledge of Microsoft suite of products, as well as use of office and lab equipment.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must be professional, organized, and efficient.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.