Senior Laboratory Technician (Horticulture and Crop Production)

About the role

Gwanda State University is recruiting a Senior Laboratory Technician for its Faculty of Natural Resources, Management and Agriculture, within the Department of Horticulture and Crop Production. The post is based in Filabusi and has a deadline of 31 December 2026.

Key responsibilities

• Manage laboratory operations so that laboratories, equipment and instruments are maintained, calibrated and kept safe for teaching and research.
• Prepare laboratory practicals, field experiments, specimens, reagents and equipment for undergraduate, postgraduate and research activities.
• Supervise laboratory technicians, student assistants and interns while ensuring compliance with laboratory safety, biosafety and quality assurance procedures.
• Support research by helping with sample collection, analysis, data recording, equipment troubleshooting and procurement of consumables and equipment.
• Maintain laboratory inventories, equipment maintenance records, budgets and standard operating procedures (SOPs) in line with university and regulatory requirements.

Required profile

• Master's degree in Animal Science or Crop Science from a recognised university.
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Crop Science or Animal Science.
• At least two years of experience as a Laboratory Technician.
• Two A-level passes in Biology, Chemistry or related subjects, or a diploma in Agriculture or related fields.
• At least five Ordinary Level subjects including English Language and Mathematics.