Assistant Technologist (Photc/Stem) At Machakos University

MKsU/AT/02/24Applicants should meet the following requirements:Must have an earned Diploma in a relevant field or its equivalent from a recognized institution.KCSE Grade C-.Must be Computer literate.For Assistant Technologist (PHOTC), the candidate must have a Diploma in Public Health/or Diploma in Environmental Health and must have a valid Public Health Officers and Technicians (PHOTC) practice licence.ORMust have an earned Certificate in the relevant field or its equivalent.Six (6) years' work experience three (3) of which as Laboratory/ Workshop Assistant/ Farm Attendant Grade 3/4 or equivalent.Computer literate.Key ResponsibilitiesCarry out stock taking for chemicals and equipment in laboratory to monitor their conditions and facilitate replacement of the damaged ones.Demonstrate practical activities for students in the laboratory/ field to in line the standard operation procedures are adhered to in order to achieve the correct results.Assist students in the school with the technical aspects of their research in order to obtain quality data for analysis.Mark practical reports for students to assess the students' understanding of the practical lessons taught.Prepare reagents and chemicals to facilitate practical sessions.in the laboratoryCalibrate laboratory equipment to aid in measurement of reagents and chemical.Enforce laboratory safety rules and regulation to enhance safety of both staff and students in the laboratoryParticipate in organization of field trips and industrial visits for students to enable students acquire real-time experience of what they learn in laboratory.