Technical Officer (Contract) at University of Cape Town

Reference number: E23727

The Division of Immunology at the University of Cape Town, is seeking two suitably qualified people to fill the position of Technical Officer for immediate appointment on a 12-month T1 contract, renewable contingent on funding.

The technical officers will join our research team which comprises of local and international clinicians, immunologists and laboratory technicians. The team works in research on maternal and infant health.

Requirements:

•  National Diploma in Medical Technology, Bachelor of Technology Degree or Bachelor of Science in medical laboratory sciences, in Immunology or a related field.
•  2 years experience in laboratory post undergraduate qualification in a range of techniques including experience in biorepository and database (e.g. Freezerworks, Redcap) management
•  Ability to work well in a team.
•  Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
•  The ability to conduct day-to-day operations of data collection activities in a large research project.
•  Good decision making and problem-solving skills.
•  Computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel, internet, and email) at intermediate level.
•  Non-South African’s must be in possession of an appropriate work permit.
• The following will be advantageous:
•  The technical officer will be working in a GCLP-like condition and familiarity and training in this area would
• also be advantageous.
•  Ability to work flexible hours
•  Experience working in Biosafety level 2 laboratory conditions

Responsibilities:

•  Perform specialized laboratory techniques related to clinical studies.
•  Receive, verify and ensure quality of all laboratory specimens.
•  Preparation and processing of samples according to SOPs.
•  Writing laboratory SOP’s.
•  Participating in training of post-graduate students and junior staff in laboratory techniques.
•  Maintain laboratory specimen storage using Freezerworks or similar
•  Management of samples in the biobank.
•  Recording of study data according to study guidelines.
•  Participate in equipment maintenance and standby duty for responding to alarms.
•  Ensure adequate laboratory supplies.
•  Provide and present updated relevant information at meetings.
•  Sample shipment.