Graduate Intern

Zvitambo Institute for Maternal and Child Health Research is seeking a motivated Graduate Intern - Laboratory Scientist to join its research laboratory team in Harare.

The internship offers a recent laboratory science graduate practical experience in research laboratory operations, biological specimen processing, laboratory testing, quality management, biosafety, sample management and research data systems.

Job Summary

• Employer: Zvitambo Institute for Maternal and Child Health Research
• Job Type: Contract
• Location: Harare, Zimbabwe
• Category: Laboratory Science
• Closing Date: 2026-10-09

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with receiving, identifying, processing, aliquoting, storing and tracking biological specimens.
• Support laboratory testing and research activities, including ELISA, PCR/qPCR, immunoassays, multiplex assays and molecular biology techniques, as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate laboratory, specimen and equipment records, including in the laboratory information management system (LIMS).
• Follow approved standard operating procedures (SOPs), study protocols, quality-control procedures and biosafety requirements.
• Assist with reagent, consumable and laboratory inventory management.
• Support equipment monitoring, maintenance and temperature-control systems.
• Participate in quality assurance, competency assessments and continuous professional development.
• Work collaboratively with laboratory scientists, research teams and external collaborators.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Biomedical Sciences or a biological sciences discipline from a recognized institution.
• Recent graduate or early-career laboratory scientist status.
• Registration with the Medical Laboratory & Clinical Scientists Council of Zimbabwe.
• Demonstrated interest in biomedical, public health or clinical research.
• A basic understanding of laboratory safety, quality control and good laboratory practice.

How to Apply

Apply by email: applynow@zvitambo.com