Microbiologist - Johannesburg at Unique Personnel

Job Description    

• Conduct focussed microbiology research and perform the necessary laboratory trials to answer research questions
• Conduct quality control of incoming and on-site produced products according to approved procedures per product specification
• Product efficacy testing
• Maintain GLP in the microbiology laboratory
• Interpret results and generate accurate, analytical and microbiological reports according to specified methods and procedures
• Keeping up to date with scientific and research developments into focussed microbiology fields
• Prepare and update SOPs
• Assisting with the execution of routine activities within the microbiology laboratory
• Continuous improvement of methods and processes within the microbiology laboratory

Inherent Requirements    

• Minimum requirement: Masters degree in Microbiology/Biotechnology
• Minimum of 5 years’ work experience in a microbiology/biotechnology laboratory
• Excellent laboratory skills
• Knowledge on GLP
• Basic statistics knowledge
• Laboratory technician experience would be beneficial but not necessary
• Ability to conduct relevant analytical procedures in accordance with recognised methods
• Ability to remain motivated even when conducting repetitive microbiology procedures
• Strong analytical ability and ability to interpret results
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Organised and result driven
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Adaptable and show initiative to develop further and remain in the forefront of technology
• Ability to conduct research independently
• Strong interest in applied research