Laboratory Technician

Recruiter:

University of Cape Town Lung Institute

Job Ref:

CPT000118/JD

Date posted:

Monday, July 13, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
If you're passionate about laboratory science, research quality, and playing your part in life-changing TB and lung health research, this role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a fast-paced and purpose-driven research environment.

The University of Cape Town Lung Institute is looking for a meticulous and reliable Laboratory Technician to support specimen processing, storage, and quality control within our Centre for TB Research Innovation (CTBRI) Unit, ensuring all laboratory activities are conducted in line with study protocols and Good Clinical (Laboratory) Practice standards.

This role is offered under the University of Cape Town Lung Institute’s own employment terms and conditions, which are separate from UCT conditions of service.

POSITION INFO:
â What you bring:

Bachelors in science or Degree in Medical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technical Certificate
1–3 years' laboratory experience
Valid GCP and GLCP Certificates (advantageous)
Advanced computer skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), internet browsers, and medical databases
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail
Ability to work autonomously
Valid driver's license (advantageous)

This isn't just lab work; you'll play a key role in safeguarding the integrity of samples and data behind groundbreaking research into tuberculosis, HIV/TB interaction, and drug-resistant TB.

ð What you’ll own:

Specimen processing and storage, including maintaining biobanks and relevant documentation.
Processing and handling all associated specimens according to protocol and laboratory manuals
Maintaining an audit trail tracking each specimen's progress through the laboratory
Lab is responsible for documenting sample processing details as well as completing shipping documentation as per protocol requirements
Maintaining study-specific Laboratory Working Files with all relevant documentation
Maintaining temperature monitoring logs for fridges, freezers, and room temperature.
Ensuring laboratory equipment is calibrated regularly as per SOP requirements
Arranging transport/courier of specimens at specified intervals
Maintaining Internal Quality Control (IQC) and External Quality Control (EQC) programs investigate any discordant data.
Responding to audit findings and implementing remedial action where required
Ensuring laboratory safety procedures are followed

If you're someone who takes ownership of quality and consistency, and you're looking to contribute to research that matters far beyond the lab, we'd love to hear from you.

ð Role Information:

Fixed Term Contract (12 Months)
Monday to Friday | 40 hours per week
Based at UCTLI Mowbray

â³ Closing Date: 24 July 2026

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you haven’t heard from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

ð EMPLOYMENT EQUITY STATEMENT
We are committed to equitable employment practices and diversity in the workplace. Appointments will be made in accordance with the University of Cape Town Lung Institute’s Employment Equity Plan.

ð POPIA STATEMENT
Your personal information will be processed in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and used solely for recruitment purposes, including reference checks. By applying, you consent to this process.

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