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Research Associate (Lab)

Department

Paediatrics and Child Health

Entity

Medical College

Location

Karachi, Pakistan

Introduction

The Outreach and Research Programme of the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health has ten community-based field sites across Pakistan (including four in Karachi) and focuses on research for betterment of women and child health. The Department has a Nutritional Research Laboratory as well as an Infectious Disease Research Laboratory that cater to the needs of its research projects. It has well-acclaimed work to its credit both at the national and international level. 

Responsibilities

You will be responsible to:
  • conduct Research Lab test as instructed by the Principal Investigator and / or Research Supervisor
  • tabulate reports for various tests conducted
  • prepare laboratory guidelines for writing up research proposals
  • participate regularly in laboratory meetings and internal seminars
  • design protocols for lab operation procedure and testing methodologies
  • review all Lab results, monitor internal external QC checks of all Lab procedures and CRFS, and take preventive and corrective actions in case of non-conformities
  • keep a record of inventory in the Lab
  • maintain and safeguard equipment in the Research Lab and stay abreast of techniques and methodologies.

Requirements

You should have:
  • a Masters degree in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biological sciences or equivalent
  • at least two years of relevant experience 
  • knowledge and experience in the field of Molecular and cell biology is preferred
  • good interpersonal skills particularly communication skills
  • proficiency in the use of computer applications, particularly MS Office
  • ability to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively
  • ability to work effectively in teams and resilience to cope-up with work pressure
  • good communication and report writing skills
  • understanding of ordering and maintaining laboratory reagents, supplies, equipment and instruments.
This is a closed ended position.

To Apply

​You should send your detailed CV by email to human.resources@aku.edu and mention the position applied for in the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


Applications should be submitted latest by October 25, 2020