Lab Intern at Sheer Logic

Sheer Logic Management Consultants (SLMC) was incorporated in 1997 as a limited liability company whose overall aim is to provide Human Resource consultancy and training services to a diverse set of industries and economic sectors; both private and public. Our Mission Improve the operational effectiveness of our client, by developing solutions that bui...

 

Lab Intern

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND , Diploma
  • Experience
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldInternships / Volunteering  , Science 

Duties

  • Sample Preparation: Assist in collecting, handling, and preparing food, water, or environmental samples for microbiological analysis.
  • Sterilization & Media Preparation: Prepare culture media, reagents, and solutions; sterilize equipment and materials using autoclaves.
  • Equipment Maintenance: Help maintain lab equipment such as incubators, biosafety cabinets, microscopes, and autoclaves.
  • Microbiological Testing
  • Perform streak plating, pour plating, and spread plating.
  • Isolate and identify microorganisms from samples.
  • Conduct total plate counts, yeast and mold counts, coliform testing, etc.
  • Perform gram staining and other biochemical identification tests.
  • Test surfaces, air, water, and hands for microbial contamination (common in food manufacturing or pharmaceutical labs).
  • Assist in routine testing of food or product samples for pathogens like Salmonella, Listeria, E. coli, etc.
  • Perform shelf-life studies and monitor microbial growth over time.
  • Data Entry and Analysis:
  • Record results accurately in lab notebooks or software systems.
  • Interpret results under supervision and flag anomalies or contamination.
  • Documentation & Compliance
  • Maintain Lab Records:
  • Ensure proper documentation of experiments, tests, and findings (following GLP or GMP protocols).
  • Assist in Report Writing:
  • Help compile technical reports or summaries based on lab findings.
  • Follow Safety Procedures:
  • Adhere to biosafety protocols (BSL-1 or BSL-2), proper PPE usage, and lab hygiene practices.
  • Learn new lab techniques, SOPs, and analytical methods.
  • Molecular Techniques: PCR, DNA extraction, or electrophoresis (if the lab does molecular microbiology).

Qualifications

  • BSc Degree or Diploma in Food Science, Microbiology, Biochemistry.
  • Prior internship past experience in a microbiology laboratory. Experience in an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory will be a distinct advantage.
  • Team player who is proactive and result-oriented with good interpersonal skills.

(20k per month for 6months)

Check if your CV matches this job with MyJobMag AI

Method of Application

Send your updated CV to recruitment@sheerlogicltd.com  by 16th September 2025.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Customer Support Representative at BasiGo

BasiGo is an e-mobility start-up looking to revolutionize the public transportation sector by providing public transport bus owners with a cost-effective electric alternative to diesel. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, our team is strategically composed of seasoned entrepreneurs who have spent over a decade working and innovating within electric vehicle t...   Customer Support Representative Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Diploma Experience Location Nairobi Job Field Customer Care  About the role:  We are looking for Customer Support Representatives (CSR) to assist our customers with technical problems when using our products and services. You will be the primary point of contact for our customers and coordinate with all BasiGo departments to ensure that issues are resolved within SLA and customers are communicated promptly.  To be successful in this role, you should be an excellent communicator who easily gains client trust. You should ...
Read more

Operations Associate at Kopo Kopo Inc

Kopo Kopo was launched in 2012 where we partnered with Safaricom to bring Lipa na M-Pesa Buy Goods service to small and medium businesses throughout Kenya and, today, we serve thousands of businesses from salons to restaurants to office supply stores, to schools. We have since partnered with other aggregator and mobile money partners with the ultimate goal of helping businesses leverage mobile payments. We are grateful for our unusual journey and look forward to helping our merchants in growing and prosper in the years ahead.   Operations Associate Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience Location Nairobi Job Field Customer Care  Salary Range KSh 50,000 - KSh 100,000/month The Job:   The role will combine aspects of customer service and operations duties. Ultimately, you will be responsible for quickly solving problems for businesses that rely on Kopo Kopo’s technology. You will ensure that Kopo Kopo’s information systems are kept up to date, and will engage...
Read more

Stores Clerk at Stratostaff

At Stratostaff we design, implement and manage workforce solutions for large, specialized or routine staff complements giving you the opportunity to focus on your core business.   Stores Clerk Job Type Full Time Qualification Diploma Experience 2 years Location Nairobi Job Field Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain  ROLE PURPOSE   The ideal candidate will bring strong technical knowledge of spare parts, a solid understanding of inventory systems, and the ability to manage multiple stores efficiently. They will manage inventory across all store locations, including receiving and verifying deliveries, organizing and labeling stock, and issuing parts to mechanics and service teams. The role includes conducting regular stock checks, reconciling variances, liaising with suppliers and procurement on replenishment, maintaining accurate ERP records, and preparing inventory reports. The Stores Clerk will also help improve processes to strengthen stock control and operat...
Read more