Lab Technician in the School of Agricultural Engineering- CAVM Under Statute at UNIVERSITY OF RWANDA : Deadline: Sep 5, 2023

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Job Description

A. POSITION: Laboratory Technician in Agriculture Mechanization CAVM
B. POST LEVEL: 5.II
C. NUMBER OF POST: 1
D. RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Technical Supporting
 To conduct laboratory tests and analysis
 To prepare practical work for students
 To curry out risk assessment for lab activities
 To collect and analyze samples
 To record and present data
 To control lab stock
 To safely keep chemicals and waste products
 Serves as the overall person in charge of laboratory administration
 Reporting to the head of department on the issues relating to laboratory requirements.
 Ensure the cleanliness of the laboratory, including appropriate restocking of the lab and its storage area.
 Prepare purchase orders for equipment and supplies required for practical classes.
 Assist an instructor in supervising a laboratory.
 Assist students with their experiments, projects and research, act as a resource person to instructors and students.
 Maintain records of student billings for breakages.
 Take and maintain student laboratory attendance records
 Perform routine and analytical determinations; solve problems and do research as needed.
 Assist staff in the use and operation of equipment.
 Prepare demonstrations and laboratory set-ups.
2. Lab maintenance
To ensure maintenance and cleaning of laboratory materials.


E. OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
1. Comprehensive knowledge of the work practices processes and procedures relevant to the Laboratory activities .
2.Excellent interpersonal, networking and communication skills
3. Flexible and adaptive with a positive approach to change.
4. Background in General Mechanics or A2 Motor vehicle mechanics, Experience of workshop machinery and equipment, electrical work, or carpentry.




Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

    2 Years of relevant experience




Competency and Key Technical Skills

  • Integrity

  • Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.

  • Inclusiveness

  • Accountability

  • Communication

  • Teamwork

  • Client/citizen focus

  • Professionalism

  • Commitment to continuous learning

  • Familiarity with conflicts resolution or arbitration is an added value

  • Digital literacy skills

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