The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) was established in 1969 with the aim to deliver on a mandate to promote the improvement of the health and the quality of life of the population of our country through research, development and technology transfer.
The scope of the SAMRC’s research includes basic laboratory investigations, clinical research...
Biobank management: Set-up and lead the management of the growing NCDRU biobank, ensuring accurate documentation, storage, and retrieval of biological samples for ongoing and future research projects.
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Draft, revise, and ensure compliance with SOPs related to laboratory work, biobank management, and research procedures.
Experimental support: Assist senior scientists with experimental work, data collection, analysis and write-up.
Research network management: Maintaining and expand the newly established network of CKD researchers in the country and the region.
Scoping and gap analysis: Conduct scoping activities to synthesize existing knowledge in CKD, identify key gaps, and assist in designing and conducting new research studies.
Collaboration: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including bioinformatics, clinical, and technical teams, to integrate research findings into broader NCD-related projects.
Core Requirements:
Master’s degree in biomedical sciences
Minimum of 3 years of experience in laboratory-related research experience
At least one 1st authored publication
At least 2 years of experience in project management and data management
20 Initiatives to Boost Employee EngagementAre you struggling with improving employee engagement at work? This article covers everything from better communication to building a strong workplace culture.
30 Common Interview Mistakes to AvoidThis piece examines 30 of the most common mistakes applicants make at interviews, so you know how to better avoid them.