Job Information
Job Information
Description
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Laboratory Technician (SOG/ST 2)
Company Information
Company
Government of Jamaica
Website
http://bit.ly/GOJJobListing
Contact Name
Office of the Services Commission
Contact Email
communications@osc.gov.jm
Job Type
Full-time
Department
Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries
Category
Computer/IT
Posted
26-11-2024
Job Status
Start Publishing
26-11-2024
Stop Publishing
03-12-2024
Applications are invited for the following post in the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining: Laboratory Technician (SOG/ST 2) (Not Vacant) - Research and Development Division (Bodles, Old Harbour, St. Catherine)
Salary range $1,711,060 – $2,301,186 per annum.
Job Purpose
Under the supervision of the Plant Protection Officer, the Laboratory Technician, is responsible for ensuring that full laboratory support is provided for research, pest identification, diagnostic and regulatory work.
Key Responsibilities
Technical/Professional:
- Prepares laboratory reagents and culture media for diagnostic work;
- Collects, registers and prepares specimens and samples brought to the laboratory for identification of pests and diagnosis by the Plant Protection Officers;
- Maintains Laboratory records;
- Performs chemical analyses on animal samples brought in by farmers;
- Operates Laboratory equipment which assists in the analysis of samples;
- Ensures that reference collection is adequately maintained;
- Assists with Orientation/Training of students from Secondary/Tertiary Institutions.
Other:
- Visits farms and other holdings to assist Plant Protection Officers with field work;
- Performs any other related duties which may be assigned from time to time.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies
Core:
- Good interpersonal skills;
- Good oral and written communication skills;
- Strong customer and quality focus skills;
- Good planning and organizing skills;
- Good problem-solving and decision-making skills;
- Strong teamwork and co-operation skills.
Technical:
- Sound knowledge of laboratory techniques and standards;
- Sound knowledge of material resources;
- Ability to perform basic maintenance and servicing of laboratory equipment;
- Very observant and alert;
- Knowledge of the operations of Government/Ministry’s policies and procedures;
- Good report writing skills;
- Proficient in the use of relevant computer applications.
Minimum Required Qualification and Experience
- Laboratory Technician Certificate or equivalent qualification.
OR - Four (4) CXC or GCE O’ Levels including passes in English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry and one (1) other subject or its equivalent;
- One (1) year experience working in a Laboratory.
- Special Conditions Associated with the Job
- Exposure to hazardous chemicals;
- Exposure to ultraviolet radiation;
- Exposure to dust, bacteria and fungal spores;
- Occasional long working hours.
Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Monday, 2nd December, 2024 to:
Senior Director
Human Resource Management and Development Division
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining
Hope Gardens
Kingston 6
Human Resource Management and Development Division
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining
Hope Gardens
Kingston 6
Email: jobopportunities@moa.gov.jm
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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