Junior Technologist

Tyron Consultancy; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Pretoria is seeking a Junior Technologist with a strong educational background in microbiology or similar fields. In this role, you will perform diagnostic laboratory tests focusing on ELISA methodology, contributing to various research projects while ensuring compliance with quality management standards.

Qualifications

• SAQA recognized tertiary qualification in microbiology or related field.
• No prior experience required.
• Own vehicle essential for job duties.

Responsibilities

• Performance of routine and diagnostic ELISA tests.
• Assist in research projects as per project proposal.
• Liaise with visitors and attend forums and workshops as needed.

Skills

Reading and writing English

Basic laboratory methods

Education

B.Sc. / B Tech / Diploma in microbiology, plant pathology, biochemistry

Job description

Junior Technologist required in Roodeplaat, Pretoria.

Requirements:

• QUALIFICATION ESSENTIAL: B.Sc. / B Tech / Diploma with microbiology, plant pathology, biochemistry or similar as main subjects (SAQA recognized tertiary qualification).
• Minimum Technical Knowledge: Microbiology, Plant Pathology, analytical methods (conventional microbiological, PCR-based, serology (ELISA-based).
• Minimum Experience: None required.
• Minimum skill: Reading and writing English, basic laboratory methods.
• Own vehicle essential.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Selected and agreed upon test aspects in Virus ELISA laboratory in compliance with the Quality Management System, ISO/IEC 17025, SANAS, regulatory requirements and requirements from the client.
• Performance of routine and diagnostic ELISA tests. This includes but is not limited to:
  • Buffer preparation,
  • Coating of plates,
  • Loading of samples,
  • Washing of plates,
  • Application of conjugate and substrate,
• Verification of controls in agreement with the test schedule determined by the technologist / supervisorIn the execution of research projects, assist the virus laboratory technologist in the performance of applicable experimental work as per project proposal
• Liaising with local and/or foreign visitors when so requested
• Attendance of forums, symposia, seminars and workshops as recommended / requested by management

Salary: R22 500 CTC per month.