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Research Techinician -Virology (Three (3) Years Fixed Term Contract) (Roodeplaat)
Contributes to DALRRD Research project(s): Survey of viruses on tomatoes, peppers, potatoes and Solanaceous weeds.
field work and sample collection - assist with collection of samples on field trips.
Viral diagnostics: molecular assays according to set protocols, plants or soil sample storage, nucleic.
Viral diagnostics: molecular assays according to set protocols, plant or soil sample storage, nucleic acid (DNA/RNA) extraction and various diagnostic assays, including ELISA, RT-PCR or PCR and gel electrophoresis, viral identification by sanger sequencing and/or NGS.
Laboratory management :assist with buffer preparation, organization of the laboratory, management of equipment, sample storage.
Glasshouse or field trials :assist researchers with the tending of plants or the monitoring of pests and diseases in glasshouse or field trials.
Health and safety: compliance with general health and safety regulations; demonstrate safe use of safety equipment, safe application of surface sterilizers, sanitizers and pesticides.
General : attention to detail and work accuracy, ability to work under pressure and handling of high work loadat times.
Requirements
MSc Degree in Plant Pathology, Molecular biology, Genetics, Virology, Biochemistry or Honours Degree with 3 years experience and strong skills in virology, molecular diagnostic skills, cloning, sequencing and phylogenetics.
Previous work experience within a diagnostic laboratory will be an advantage.
Candidate should be capable of designing and carrying out high-level, complex research experiments independently.
Ability to work in diverse teams.
Ability to be hands-on and excellent problem solving skills.
Ability to organize, prioritize and work systematically.
Prior experience in molecular laboratory and glasshouse and tunnel facilities.
Proficiency in MS Office suite.
Excellent communication Skills (Written and Verbal).
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