Internship (Nitrogen Fixation) (Roodeplaat) at Agricultural Research Council

Description

• Basic microbiological techniques including, but not limited to:
• Preparation of microbiological culture media.
• Preparation of buffers and reagents.
• Isolation of bacteria from a sample.
• Serial dilution techniques.
• Counting bacteria and determination of CFU/ml or CFU/g.
• Monitoring and/or assisting glassware washing and sterilization.
• Operating industrial autoclave, preparing soil and pot or Leonard jars for glasshouse trials.
• Aiding with research projects (both laboratory and glasshouse).    
• Providing scientific assistance to maintenance of culture collection.

Requirements

• Diploma in Crop Production with one (1) year experience in Science or Microbiology laboratory.
• Experience working with samples that contain bacteria or fungi (e.g. soil, water or any other product).
• Experience in operating the industrial autoclave.
• Proficiency in English.
• A valid driver’s license is an added advantage.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 17 NOVEMBER 2025