Lab Runner / Messenger
Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)
Deadline: 15 October 2026 — 5:00 p.m.
Job Snapshot
| Hiring organisation | Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) |
| Location | Gulu, Uganda |
| Job type / duration | Full-time; one-year contract |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Deadline | 15 October 2026 |
Job Summary
Support study teams through safe, timely movement of samples, documents and supplies while maintaining records and confidentiality.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Transport samples as instructed and check identifiers and accompanying documentation.
- Maintain transfer logs and report damaged, missing or incorrectly labelled samples.
- Support supply organisation and follow study and laboratory procedures.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- UACE or equivalent; relevant health/laboratory training is an advantage.
- Effective English and Acholi communication, including fluency in Acholi.
- Basic laboratory-safety awareness and accurate records; laboratory/research or sample-handling experience is desirable.
How to Apply
Use the Apply button on the IDI vacancy page for job code LRG001. Complete the online application by 5:00 p.m. on 15 October 2026.
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How to Prepare a Strong Application
- Show accuracy and reliability: Prepare an example of moving items with a clear handover record and meeting a deadline. Explain how you checked labels or quantities and reported a discrepancy instead of quietly correcting it.
- Demonstrate respect for procedures: Be ready to explain how you follow written instructions, protect confidential information and ask for guidance when something is unclear. Keep examples within your training and authorised duties.
- Make language and training clear: Highlight your Acholi fluency, English skills and UACE qualification. Add any relevant laboratory or health training and apply to the Gulu role using the correct job code.
