Researcher: Biochemistry (Irene (Ap)) at Arc South Africa

Description
Project Management & Coordination

The Researcher is responsible for conducting Research Projects across the Institute; these include conducting the following aspects of the projects;

• Research planning and Initiation
• Equipment and Research Materials  
• Project Human Resources  
• Project Finances  
• Risk Management and Mitigation  
• Monitoring, Evaluation, reporting and project close out 

Research, Development, and Innovation
The Researcher is responsible for conducting Research, development and supporting innovation, these include supporting the following Research aspects; 

• Invention  
• Translation  
• Commercialisation  
• Adoption and Use  

Research Collaboration

• The Researcher is responsible for supporting strategic research collaboration and collaboration opportunities; these include
• Strategic Research partnerships / networks / collaborators  
• Intra-Inter Institutional Collaboration & Partnerships  

Human Capacity Building

The Researcher is responsible for supporting Human Capacity Development that includes support of

• Project staff and students  
• Self 

Requirements

• Ph.D. with specialisation in Biochemistry.
• At least 3 years’ relevant experience in biochemical techniques (Mass spectrometry, Chromatography, Electrophoresis, Protein purification, Western blotting, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) and Enzymology.
• Minimum 3-5 peer reviewed publications.
• Technology Transfer: Participate in advisory services under supervision.
• Registration with a scientific and professional body will be an added advantage.
• Proven record of accomplishment for generating external income for projects in line with requirements on Master’s and PhD level. In this respect proven record of writing of proposals as part of Masters and PhD studies.
• Proven record of participating as speaker nationally as part of Masters and PhD level. Must be able to show competence in presenting research results.
• Proven record for financial management of projects.
• Proven track record of mentoring and supervising/co-supervising other researchers and students.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal).
• A valid South African Code B (08/10) drivers’ license.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 05 June 2025