Laboratory Technician in Pune | Jhpiego

Jhpiego

Jhpiego is a global health nonprofit and an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University that works to save lives and improve health for women and families. It partners with governments, health experts, and local communities to build the skills and systems that make good care possible, especially at the moments that matter most, such as when a woman gives birth or when a midwife helps a newborn to breathe. Jhpiego turns the best science and practice into everyday care for people who are often left out of the health system. In India, Jhpiego works with national and state governments across many states on family planning, maternal and child health, stronger health workforces, and non-communicable diseases. This role sits within Jhpiego's One Health surveillance project, which strengthens the systems that track acute febrile illness and acute diarrheal disease through coordination, training, and better laboratory practice.

Role

The Laboratory Technician / Assistant supports the field and laboratory work behind surveillance of acute febrile illness (AFI) and acute diarrheal disease (ADD). The work covers helping enrol patients, collecting and transporting specimens, running laboratory tests, and keeping records accurate and complete. The person in this role works closely with clinicians, surveillance teams, and laboratory staff so that results are timely, reliable, and in line with approved protocols, testing algorithms, and biosafety standards.

Responsibilities

• Support clinicians and surveillance staff in enrolling eligible patients as set out in the study protocol.
• Collect clinical specimens as per protocol, including blood, throat swab, urine, and stool.
• Label specimens correctly, complete requisition forms, and follow the informed consent process.
• Follow standard precautions and biosafety procedures during collection, handling, and transport.
• Maintain accurate records of patient and sample information, and complete all required project forms on time.
• Enter data accurately into registers and electronic systems.
• Package, store, and transport specimens to the designated laboratories, keeping the cold chain where needed and maintaining dispatch and receipt logs.
• Hand over samples with proper documentation and carry out timely processing and testing so results are reported promptly.
• Perform serum separation and aliquoting, smear preparation, staining, and microscopy.
• Carry out bacterial culture, identification, and antimicrobial susceptibility testing, including on automated systems where available.
• Run ELISA and PCR tests in line with defined diagnostic algorithms.
• Maintain laboratory registers and logs covering sample receipt, processing, testing, storage, and disposal.
• Track inventory of consumables, reagents, and kits, and raise replenishment requests early to prevent stock-outs.
• Follow biomedical waste management rules, protect patient confidentiality, and meet project data protection requirements.

Requirements

• Diploma, BSc, or MSc in Medical Laboratory Technology, Microbiology, or a related discipline.
• 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in diagnostic laboratory settings, public or private.
• Familiarity with routine microbiology and serology workflows.
• Experience in sample handling and transport processes.
• Basic computer skills for data entry, documentation, and reporting, using MS Office or electronic data tools.
• Proficiency in Marathi and English, reading, writing, and speaking.
• Working knowledge of Hindi.
• Strong technical writing, documentation, and presentation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage several tasks at once.
• Ability to meet timelines consistently.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel locally for sample collection, transport, and field coordination.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• A comprehensive employee benefits package.
• The chance to work with a global health leader affiliated with Johns Hopkins University.
• Hands-on experience in disease surveillance alongside clinicians, government partners, and laboratory teams.
• Women candidates are encouraged to apply.

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