Analytical Chemistry Research Assistant - Entry Level

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

On-the-job training

Professional development

Diverse projects

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng is seeking an eager Research Assistant to support the analytical chemistry division. You will assist senior scientists in performing tests, operate analytical instruments, and help ensure product quality.

This entry-level role offers on-the-job training, exposure to HPLC, GC and UV-Vis techniques, detailed data recording, and opportunities to grow within a professional lab environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related science field.
• Previous laboratory experience, preferably in an analytical chemistry setting.
• Familiarity with common analytical techniques and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sample preparation for various analytical techniques.
• Operate and maintain analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC, and UV-Vis spectrophotometers.
• Perform routine quality control testing on raw materials and finished products.
• Record and organize experimental data accurately in laboratory notebooks and databases.
• Support senior researchers in method development and validation studies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data recording

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

UV-Vis spectrophotometers

Job description

Placements24 in Mahikeng is seeking an eager Research Assistant to support the analytical chemistry division. You will assist senior scientists in performing tests, operate analytical instruments, and help ensure product quality.

This entry-level role offers on-the-job training, exposure to HPLC, GC and UV-Vis techniques, detailed data recording, and opportunities to grow within a professional lab environment.