Laboratory Assistant
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Tanzania •
Full Time
Job Overview
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Location: Tanzania
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Job Type: Full Time
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Posted: January 10, 2026
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Application Deadline:
Not specified
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Source:
Chuo Market
Required Skills
No specific skills listed
Experience Level
Senior Level
Job Description
About the job
MSA Laboratories (T) Limited is a highly respected provider of geochemical laboratory services in Tanzania. An industry leader in safety with ambitious growth strategies, we are seeking applications for the following position from dedicated and professional individuals who would like to join our dynamic team. This position will provide the opportunity to be part of a team that contributes towards the exciting growth of the geochemical industry in Tanzania.
We are looking for dedicated and professional Laboratory Assistants for our Bulyanhulu Mine site Laboratory who have the following skills and experience.
LABORATORY ASSISTANT
LOCATION: Bulyanhulu Mine site Laboratory, Tanzania
The Laboratory Assistants will be responsible for overall sample preparation, analysis, or any other duty assigned ensuring that operations are done in accordance with safety regulations and norms at all times.
Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in loading and offloading of samples, sample rejects and lab splits.
Prepare samples for analysis including sorting, drying, crushing, pulverization
Conducting analysis of samples
Perform tasks in accordance with documented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) or recognized standard reference methods.
Report any deviation from documented procedures to the Production Coordinator.
Inform the Laboratory Supervisor of any nonconforming event related to customer samples, or other departmental operations.
Inform the Sample Preparation Coordinator of any unsafe conditions within the department.
Act in a safe and professional manner and wear appropriate attire including the required personal protective equipment.
Weighing samples.
Housekeeping and proper handling of waste.
Follow all HSE protocols and ensure lead control measures are followed
Monitor Prep QC results and report all deviations to Laboratory Supervisor.
Assist with the coordination of sample movement between different lab areas
Communicate general laboratory issues to the Laboratory Supervisor as appropriate.
Some lifting is required, up to 25kg.
Perform other duties as required by management.