Senior Research Technologist (R793A) at The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC)

Responsibilities:

• Adherence to protocol, SOPs and timelines and the ability to resolve problems independently within the Genomics Pentre
• Receiving and logging of samples onto LIMS (Laboratory information management systems)
• Quality control of documentation and processes within the laboratory
• Isolation of DNA and RNA from blood, saliva, stool and tissue samples
• DNA and RNA quality control
• Prepare RNA and DNA libraries for sequencing
• Assist with supply chain management as per project requirement so that laboratory stock is maintained
• Management of assets and ensuring laboratory equipment is well maintained
• Filing of documents as per operating procedures including keeping detailed and accurate laboratory records

Core Requirements:

• BSc or BTech In Molecular Biology, Genetics or similar qualification or higher
• 1 -2 years’ knowledge/experience in Molecular Biology or Genetics
• 1 -2 years’ knowledge/experience with basic molecular biology techniques e.g. RNA, DNA isolation, PCR and Gel Electrophoresis
• Knowledge of GLP
• Maintaining experimental records (lab book) and working with protocols and SOP’s
• Understanding of quality control within a laboratory

Advantageous:

• BSc (Hons) in Genetics or related field
• Knowledge/experience in next generation sequencing laboratory workflows
• Knowledge/experience with sample management
• DNA and RNA quality control experience