Biotech Research Scientist — Hybrid, Cutting-Edge Lab

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Access to cutting-edge facilities

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Research Scientist in biotechnology for a hybrid role based in Kimberley, Northern Cape. The candidate will design and conduct advanced biotechnology research, including molecular biology, cell culture, and gene analysis, contributing to the R&D pipeline.

The role requires a PhD, a strong publication record, and experience with techniques such as CRISPR and protein expression. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and remote work flexibility are included as part of

Qualifications

• PhD in Biotechnology (or related life science discipline) is required.
• Minimum 5 years of post-doctoral or industry research experience in biotechnology.
• Proven publication record in peer‑reviewed journals and strong experimental skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute complex biotechnology research experiments (molecular biology, cell culture, genetic analysis).
• Develop and optimize novel biotechnological processes and assays.
• Analyze data and interpret results to determine next steps.
• Contribute to writing research papers, grants, and reports.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Data analysis

Scientific communication

Analytical thinking

Education

PhD in Biotechnology or life sciences

Tools

CRISPR gene editing

Protein expression

Next-generation sequencing

Bioinformatics

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Research Scientist in biotechnology for a hybrid role based in Kimberley, Northern Cape. The candidate will design and conduct advanced biotechnology research, including molecular biology, cell culture, and gene analysis, contributing to the R&D pipeline.

The role requires a PhD, a strong publication record, and experience with techniques such as CRISPR and protein expression. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and remote work flexibility are included as part of