Internship: Physics / Industrial Physics / Electronics

Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR); Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning opportunities

CSIR Excellence Awards

Job summary

The CSIR invites applications for an internship in the Nano-Micro Manufacturing Facility (NMMF) within the Chemicals Cluster, based in Pretoria, Gauteng. The role provides graduates with hands-on research experience in microfluidic and diagnostic device development under senior researchers, in cross-functional teams.

Interns will gain exposure to fabrication, testing, data analysis and technical reporting, with emphasis on safety and quality procedures within a leading national research

Qualifications

• BSc/Advanced Diploma in physics, industrial physics, electronic engineering or related.
• Experience in physics, electronics or instrumentation research.
• Strong problem-solving ability and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing microfluidic and lab-on-chip diagnostic devices using COMSOL.
• Support prototyping, testing and industry engagement with NMMF users.
• Fabrication, assembly and testing of prototype PDMS-based diagnostic devices.
• Optimize flow properties, channel geometries and surface activation for lab-on-chip devices.
• Assist with basic electronic/instrumentation activities, including circuit designs and sensor measurements.
• Collect, analyse and present experimental data, participate in research meetings and contribute to reports.
• Follow occupational health, safety, environmental and quality-control requirements.

Skills

Lab skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Education

BSc/Advanced Diploma in physics or electronics

Tools

COMSOL Multiphysics

Job description

Internship: Physics / Industrial Physics / Electronics

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is a leading scientific and technology research organisation that research, develops, localises and diffuses technologies to accelerate socio-economic prosperity in South Africa. The organisation's work contributes to industrial development and supports a capable state.

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is a leading scientific and technology research organisation that researches, develops, localises and diffuses technologies to accelerate socio-economic prosperity in South Africa. The organisation¿s work contributes to industrial development and supports a capable state.

About The Job

The CSIR has an internship opportunity in the Nano-Micro Manufacturing Facility (NMMF) within the Chemicals Cluster. The purpose of the internship is to provide graduates with an opportunity to gain practical work experience through research and development of competitive technologies and innovative products under the guidance of experienced researchers and engineers within cross-functional teams. This position is based in Pretoria, Gauteng.

For more information about the facility and the cluster, please visit https://www.csir.co.za/nanomaterials-industry-development-facility and https://www.csir.co.za/future-production-chemicals, respectively.

Key Responsibilities

Under supervision, the intern will:

• Assist in designing and developing microfluidic and lab-on-chip diagnostic devices using COMSOL Multiphysics tools;
• Assist researchers and engineers in engaging with industry clients and NMMF users to support technical requirements, prototyping, and testing activities;
• Assist with fabrication, assembly, and testing of prototype PDMS-based diagnostic devices;
• Optimisation of flow properties, channel geometries, and surface activation processes for lab-on-chip diagnostic devices;
• Assist with basic electronic/instrumentation activities, including circuit designs, sensor measurements, electrical measurements, and experimental setups where applicable;
• Conduct routine laboratory experiments, troubleshooting, and take measurements under the guidance of a researcher;
• Follow standard operating procedures to operate the facility equipment(s) such as Biodot dispenser, Biodot cutter, CO2 laser-cutter, and any other related machinery;
• Collect, analyse and present experimental data, participate in research meetings and contribute to technical reports, publications, presentations and project reviews;
• Follow occupational health, safety, environmental and quality-control requirements.

Qualifications, Skills And Experience

• A BSc/Advanced Diploma in physics, industrial physics, electronic engineering or related;
• Relevant practical, laboratory, project or work-integrated learning experience in physics, industrial physics, electronic circuits design, prototype device development, manufacturing or a related technology-development environment;
• Basic knowledge of physics, electronics, materials science, instrumentation or experimental science;
• Demonstrated understanding of instrumentation, sensors and control systems;
• Good communication and presentation skills;
• Strong problem-solving ability and a solution-oriented approach;
• Ability to work independently as well as in teams;
• Computer literacy and ability to offer quality input to reports and proposals;
• All international qualifications require an evaluation report/certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
• Must be proactive and self-driven.

What¿s in it for you?

The CSIR Offers

• Learning and development opportunities.
• We openly acknowledge and reward our employees' contributions and accomplishments through our esteemed CSIR Excellence Awards.

PLEASE NOTE THAT FEEDBACK WILL BE GIVEN TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY.

For more info, please contact the CSIR Recruitment Centre on 012 841 4774 or email us at [e-mail]

The CSIR is an equal opportunity employer. As such, it is committed to the Employment Equity Act and will, through the filling of this vacancy, give preference to candidates from Designated Groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act. By applying for this position at the CSIR, the applicant understands and agrees that the CSIR may solicit a credit and criminal report from a registered credit bureau and/or the South African Police Service (in relation to positions that require trust and honesty and/or entail the handling of cash or finances), and may also verify the applicant¿s educational qualification and employment history.

The CSIR reserves the right to remove the advertisement at any time before the stated closing date, and it further reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.