The Laboratory Assistant (Post Mortem Attendant) will support post-mortem examinations in the Department of Veterinary Pharmacy, Clinical and Comparative Medicine at Makerere University, maintaining the post-mortem environment, receiving carcasses, assisting during prosection and disposing of remains by incineration.
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Category
Health Care
Employment Type
Contract
Location
Kampala, Uganda
Vacancies
1 position
Closing Date
10/26/2026
1 days left
Employer / Company

Makerere University
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Description (Public)
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
- Clean and disinfect the post-mortem tables and floor on which the post-mortem examination is performed
- Clean and disinfect the equipment after use
- Prepare and arrange the tools used in the post-mortem examination
- Maintain the equipment and instruments used in the PM house
- Receive carcasses for post-mortem examination and maintain case logs
- Assist during the prosection (dissection) of carcasses
- Dispose of the remains of the carcasses by incineration and empty the incinerator
- Assist the pathologists and technologist with curation and archiving of teaching specimens
- Assist with the preparation of practicals and practical examinations
- Work with the Sanitary Assistant to keep the whole environment clean and free of vermin, cobwebs and other waste
- Assist students to carry out their assignments within the premises
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Qualifications & Experience:
- Uganda Certificate of Education
- At least a credit in science subjects
Skills & Competencies:
- Ability to work in a laboratory and post-mortem environment
- Reliability and attention to hygiene and safety
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