Ai Data Scientist — Predictive Modeling & Insights

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Research Scientist with a strong background in Molecular Biology to join their dynamic team in Rustenburg. The role operates in a hybrid model, balancing on-site laboratory work with remote data analysis and collaboration.

You will design, execute, and optimize experiments across molecular biology and cell biology; analyze data with appropriate methods; develop and validate new assays; and collaborate with colleagues to influence project direction and report

Qualifications

• Design, execute, and optimize experiments in molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and optimize experiments in molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry.
• Analyze experimental data using appropriate statistical methods and molecular biology techniques.
• Develop and validate new assays and protocols to support research objectives.
• Collaborate with colleagues to interpret results and contribute to project strategy.
• Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks and prepare reports and presentations of findings.
• Troubleshoot experimental issues and propose solutions to ensure project progression.

Job description

Our client is seeking a dedicated Research Scientist with a strong background in Molecular Biology to join their dynamic research team in Rustenburg . This role involves conducting cutting-edge experiments, analyzing biological data, and contributing to the development of novel therapeutic strategies. You will work within a hybrid model, balancing essential on-site laboratory work with remote data analysis and collaboration. This position is ideal for a scientist passionate about driving scientific innovation, contributing to impactful research, and growing within a collaborative and supportive team environment, with opportunities to present findings and influence project direction.

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Research Scientist with a strong background in Molecular Biology to join their dynamic research team in Rustenburg . This role involves conducting cutting-edge experiments, analyzing biological data, and contributing to the development of novel therapeutic strategies. You will work within a hybrid model, balancing essential on-site laboratory work with remote data analysis and collaboration. This position is ideal for a scientist passionate about driving scientific innovation, contributing to impactful research, and growing within a collaborative and supportive team environment, with opportunities to present findings and influence project direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and optimize experiments in molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry.
• Analyze experimental data using appropriate statistical methods and molecular biology techniques.
• Develop and validate new assays and protocols to support research objectives.
• Collaborate with colleagues to interpret results and contribute to project strategy.
• Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks and prepare reports and presentations of findings.
• Troubleshoot experimental issues and propose solutions to ensure project progression.