Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology
DUE : 23 JAN 2023
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the
following posts that have arisen in the University:
FACULTY OF PLANT AND ANIMAL SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY
Laboratory Technician/ Senior Laboratory Technician (1 Post)
Duties and Responsibilities
Operation of laboratory analytical equipment which includes atomic absorption
spectrometer, Ultraviolet spectrometer, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy,
Gas Chromatograph, Kjeldal apparatus and High Performance Liquid
Chromatograph;
Designing laboratory practical schedules, preparation of reagents and standards
and demonstration of practicals;
Installation and calibration of laboratory equipment;
Collection of samples for researches and practicals;
Facilitating the procurement of laboratory equipment and consumables;
Maintaining appropriate levels of inventory and laboratory chemical storages;
Supervision of Laboratory Assistants and other junior staff;
Organising student field trips and industrials visits;
Ensuring general laboratory maintenance; and
Undertaking any other related duties as assigned by the Head of Department.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must have at least a Diploma in Biological Sciences/Applied Chemistry/
Biochemistry/Food Science or equivalent. Possession of a Higher National Diploma or a
Bachelor of Science degree is an added advantage. Applicants should have at least 3
years post qualification experience.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
Leave, contributory medical aid and pension are offered. Information on salary and
other benefits will be made available to shortlisted candidates.
TO APPLY
Applicants must submit six (6) sets of applications which should include the application
letter, certified copies of certificates, national identification and a detailed Curriculum
Vitae giving full personal details including full names, place and date of birth,
qualifications, experience, present salary, date of availability, contact details, names
and addresses of three referees including their email addresses. Applications in envelopes clearly indicating post applied for should be addressed and sent via
registered mail to:
The Acting Deputy Registrar, Human Resources
Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology
P.O. Box 35
MARONDERA
Hand deliver or send by courier to:
Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology
CSC Campus, Industrial Sites
15 Longlands Road
MARONDERA
The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday, 23 January 2023. Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The University does not charge applicants a fee at any stage of the recruitment
process and does not have Agents who receive applications on its behalf.