Laboratory Technician - Pune

Overview

Jhpiego is a non-profit global health leader and Johns Hopkins University affiliate that is saving lives, improving health, and transforming futures. We partner with governments, health experts, and local communities to build the skills and systems that guarantee a healthier future for women and families. Jhpiego translates the best science and practices into moments of care that can mean the difference between life and death for women and families. The moment a woman gives birth; the moment a midwife helps a newborn to breathe. Through our partnerships, we are revolutionizing health care for the world’s most disadvantaged and vulnerable people. In India, Jhpiego works across various states in close collaboration with national and state governments, providing technical assistance in the areas of family planning, maternal and child health, strengthening human resources for health, and non-communicable diseases.

The project implements targeted activities to advance One Health planning and enhance AFI/ADD surveillance through strategic coordination, capacity building, and system strengthening.

The Laboratory Technician/ Assistant will support field and laboratory operations for surveillance of Acute Febrile Illness (AFI) and Acute Diarrheal Disease (ADD), including patient enrolment support, specimen collection, sample transport, laboratory processing/testing support, and accurate documentation/data entry.

The lab Technician/ Assistant will coordinate closely with clinicians, surveillance teams, and laboratory staff to ensure timely, complete, and high-quality laboratory-supported surveillance in accordance with approved protocols, testing algorithms, and quality and biosafety standards.

Responsibilities

1) Patient Enrolment Support and Specimen Collection

• Support clinicians and surveillance staff in enrolling eligible patients as per the study/protocol requirements.
• Collect clinical specimens as per protocol, including blood, throat swab, urine, and stool (as applicable).
• Ensure correct specimen labelling, completion of requisition forms, and adherence to informed consent processes in accordance with project’s protocol.
• Follow standard precautions and biosafety procedures during collection, handling, and transport.

2) Data Entry and Forms Management

• Complete and maintain accurate records for patient and sample-related information.
• Ensure timely completion of all required forms (e.g., Patient Enrolment Form, Laboratory Investigation Form, Consent Forms, and other project formats).
• Perform accurate data entry into registers and/or electronic systems.

3) Sample Packaging and Transport

• Ensure appropriate packaging, storage, and transport of specimens to designated laboratories, maintaining cold chain (where required) and dispatch/receipt logs.
• Transport specimens to the designated laboratory, ensure proper handover/receipt documentation, and perform timely laboratory processing and testing to support prompt reporting of results as per protocol.

4) Laboratory Processing and Testing Support

• Perform specimen processing and testing in alignment with standard protocols and defined diagnostic algorithms, including (as applicable):
• Serum separation and aliquoting
• Smear preparation, staining, and microscopy
• Bacterial culture, identification, and antimicrobial susceptibility testing (including automated systems where available)
• ELISA and PCR testing
• Ensure compliance with laboratory quality systems, internal controls, and documentation requirements.

5) Documentation, Inventory, and Quality/Biosafety

• Maintain laboratory registers/logs, including sample receipt, processing, testing, storage, and disposal records.
• Support inventory tracking of consumables, reagents, and kits; raise timely requests for replenishment to prevent stock-outs.
• Follow biosafety and biomedical waste management procedures as per institutional and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information and comply with project data protection requirements.

6) Other Responsibilities

• Perform other laboratory- or field-related tasks as required for project needs, as assigned by the Project Coordinator -Lab/Supervisor/Nodal Officer.

Required Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma / BSc / MSc in Medical Laboratory Technology, Microbiology, or a related discipline.
• 3-5 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 proficiency for data entry, documentation, and reporting (MS Office and/or electronic data tools).
• Proficiency in Marathi and English (reading, writing, and speaking), Hindi.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks, and adherence to timelines.
• Willingness to travel locally as required for sample collection/transport and field coordination.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong technical writing, documentation, and presentation development skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel locally as required for sample collection/transport and field coordination.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks, and adherence to timelines.

Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package.

Women candidates are encouraged to apply.

Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will receive a response from

Jhpiego HR.