Senior Research Scientist: Analytical Chemist at University of Cape Town

REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB:

• BTech Analytical Chemistry / Advanced Diploma in analytical chemistry (NQF7) or a related field
• At least 2 years’ relevant lab experience actively working with HPLC/LCMS and troubleshooting analytical and technical problems and method development (this may include internships, apprenticeships etc.)

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Scientific support; Independent optimisation of separation procedures assays including analysis of problematic samples by LCMS & HPLC, and method development in support of the scientific projects; Implementation/application/validation of novel separation procedures; purification of samples by preparative HPLC and providing technical and analytical support to chemists.
• Technical support; Trouble-shoot technical problems and routine processes; overseeing operation of technical equipment; Maintenance of analytical instrumentation such as fixing leaks and other general issues; Break vacuum and clean source when contaminated; keeping the analytical instrumentation fully operational, including preparation of mobile phases, monitoring waste levels, changing columns, shutting down/starting up the instruments as required etc.
• Organisational support; Management of lab space, Writing Standard Operating Procedures for the use of laboratory instrumentation, stock-take, and obtaining quotations for spare parts required for instrument maintenance, updating maintenance logs, updating asset registry.
• Training and teaching; providing instrument training to staff and students

Closing Date: 19th April  2026