Job Description

JOB VACANCY: GRADUATE INTERN, GRADE C1, MICROBIOLOGY AND MEDICAL DEVICES UNIT

The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) is inviting qualified, honest, self-motivated and hardworking applicants for the following post: –

Graduate intern – 1 Post

Duties and Responsibilities

1.0 Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to Microbiology and Medical Devices Manager and under supervision of competent Analysts in the Microbiology laboratory, the incumbent will be responsible for the following under supervision:

Participate in microbiological analysis of medicines and herbal products according to pharmacopeial methods such as sterility testing, Microbial Assay of Antibiotics, Microbial Examination of non-sterile products (MENSP), Bacterial Endotoxin testing and Identification of micro-organisms.
Generate analytical reports and certificates of analysis.
Assist with sample analysis including media preparation and sterilization of materials.
Routine equipment maintenance and verifications.
Assist in the laboratory inventory management.
Maintain a clean laboratory environment.
Compile activity reports for the laboratory.

Qualifications and Experience

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in either Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology degree or equivalent.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Package.
Good Analytical Skills.
Must be organised and pays attention to detail.
Good communication skills both written and verbal.

How to Apply

The MCAZ is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Applicants should send their curriculum vitae, certified copies of qualifications, experience and expected salary and benefits to:

The Director-General

Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe

106 Baines Avenue/ Corner Third Street

P O Box 10559

HARARE

Closing Date: 9th September 2024