Professional Officer: Scientist (Post Level 10/11) (Contract Appointment: 1 Year with the Possibility of Extension Based on the Availability of External Funds) (Job ID: 5988) at University of the Free State

Duties and responsibilities:

• Perform routine specialised molecular testing services as required in the Molecular Biology Testing Laboratory.
• Participate in the quality control system in the molecular biology unit.
• Provide technical support to postgraduate research projects as required.
• Assist in financial administration and participate in general laboratory administration and maintenance.
• Participate in laboratory procurement process and maintenance.

Inherent Job Requirements:

• A B. Med Sc Honours or equivalent in a Molecular Biology related field on NQF Level 8 with specialisation in Molecular Biology.
• A working knowledge of specialised Molecular Biology techniques including DNA extraction qualitative and quantitative real-time PCR.
• A minimum of six (6) months’ work experience in a routine Molecular Biology diagnostic laboratory.
• The successful candidate will be required to register with either the HPCSA or the SACNASP as a professional scientist during the probation period.

Recommendations:

• The application of Molecular Biology techniques on food matrices.
• Knowledge regarding Standard Operating Procedures for methods and specialized equipment employed in a Molecular Biology laboratory.
• Working knowledge of routine laboratory maintenance in a Molecular Biology Laboratory.
• Working knowledge of quality management in a Molecular Biology Laboratory.