Senior Research Technologist (R793A) Closing Date: 22 October 2024

GENOMICS PLATFORM

(CAPE TOWN OFFICE)

The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) strives to improve the nation’s health and quality of life by funding and conducting relevant and leading health research. It further aims to promote equity, career development and progression.

Senior Research Technologist (E)

Duration: Permanent

The SAMRC’s Genomics Platform requires suitably qualified research technologists to isolate high quality DNA and RNA from various sources and prepare libraries for next generation sequencing. The incumbent is also required to perform other sample management and pre-analytical procedures in the lab. This includes globin depletion of RNA samples and quality control for all samples prior to sequencing library preparation. In addition to this, the incumbent will be responsible for maintaining good laboratory practice (GLP), laboratory equipment and performing administrative tasks related to the core functions of the facility.

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

Terms & Conditions: The SAMRC retains the right not to make an appointment. In accordance with the SAMRC’s Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from the designated groups. For this reason, we require race, gender and disability status to be specified. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. By submitting your application, SAMRC concludes that you are a competent person to consent and that you are giving consent to the SAMRC to process and further process all personal information contained in the application in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act No 4 of 2013 (as amended). The SAMRC does its best to provide the most accurate information; however, if there is anything wrong and unclear applicants are encouraged to contact the HR Recruitment Office at 021-938 0648 before the closing date.

A salary in the region of R 345 485.00 per annum, cost-to-company, will be negotiated in consideration of experience and qualifications

Closing date: 22 October 2024

PLEASE QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER (R793A) IN ALL COMMUNICATIONS. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT YOUR SUBMISSION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED SHOULD YOUR APPLICATION NOT BE ACCOMPANIED BY THE REQUIRED INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTATION.

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Last updated on Oct 14, 2024