Junior Veterinary Researcher

MSD South Africa; Malalane; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD South Africa is seeking a Junior Veterinary Researcher to conduct research studies on animals for veterinary drug development under strict SOP adherence. This role involves GLP/GCP studies, protocol writing, and ensuring accurate record keeping.

Responsibilities include study planning, ensuring consumables and training, performing client-related lab tests, generating reports, and maintaining lab equipment and parasite lifecycles, with a strong emphasis on quality and ethics.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Higher National Diploma in Vet. Tech, B. Tech; BHSc Vet Tech. or BSc. degree in any biological sciences (Veterinary Technology is preferred).
• Good computer literacy including MS Word and MS Excel.
• Good Lab Practice/Good Clinical Practice knowledge is advantageous.
• Experience in research and writing SOPs is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Study planning and protocol writing (or study plan for GLP).
• Ensure that all consumables necessary for study completion are available.
• Ensure that all involved staff have the required training to perform their tasks.
• Ensure immaculate record keeping in accordance with guidelines.
• Conducts GLP/GCP studies.
• Completes laboratory tests for clients such as EPGs, larval resistance tests, serology, parasite identification etc.
• Generates client services reports.
• Communicates with field representatives on client samples and keeps records of results.
• Sourcing quotations, loading purchase orders, keeping track of spending.
• Manages the lifecycle maintenance of certain parasites.
• Maintains laboratory equipment in accordance with site SOP requirements.
• Writes SOPs, study protocols and study reports.

Skills

Animal Ethics

Biological Sciences

Data Recording

GLP Regulations

Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

Team Collaboration

Teamwork

Scientific Communications

Veterinary Research

Education

Higher National Diploma in Vet. Tech

BTech

BHSc Vet Tech.

BSc in Biological Sciences

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Job Description

As the Junior Veterinary Researcher, your primary role is to conduct

Job Description

As the Junior Veterinary Researcher, your primary role is to conduct research studies on animals for veterinary drug development under strict adherence to site SOP’s. Such studies may need to comply with GCP or GLP guidelines.

Responsibilities

General research work including (but not limited to) the conduct of research studies, the maintenance of parasitic lifecycles and the review of all documents relating to research, quality assurance and animal ethics.

Conducts GLP/GCP studies

• Study planning and protocol writing (or study plan for GLP).
• Ensure that all consumables necessary for study completion are available.
• Ensure that all involved staff have the required training to perform their tasks.
• Ensure immaculate record keeping in accordance with guidelines.
  
  

Processes client services samples

• Completes laboratory tests for clients such as EPG’s, larval resistance tests, serology, parasite identification etc.
• Generates client services reports.
• Communicates with field representatives on client samples and keeps records of results.
  
  

Minor financial administration including (but not limited to)

• Sourcing quotations,
• Loading purchase orders,
• Keeping track of spending.
  
  

Manages the lifecycle maintenance of certain parasites.

Maintains laboratory equipment in accordance with site SOP requirements.

Manages certain assigned areas of responsibility

• Ensures required consumable stock is kept at sufficient levels
• Ensures good housekeeping
• Inspects area for maintenance needs
• Inspects area for compliance with site SOP’s and EHS requirements.
  
  

Take the lead in the writing of SOP’s, study protocols and study reports.

Educational Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Higher National Diploma in Vet. Tech, B. Tech; BHSc Vet Tech. or BSc. degree in any biological sciences (Veterinary Technology is preferred).
  
  

Good computer literacy including MS Word and MS Excel.

Personality Requirements

• A good communicator with strong integrity.
• Good organisational skills.
• Good attention to detail.
  
  

Specific Experience

• Good Lab Practice/Good Clinical Practice research environment will be an advantage.
• Parasite lifecycle maintenance will be an advantage.
• Research protocol writing will be an advantage.
  
  

Required Skills

Animal Ethics, Biological Sciences, Data Recording, GLP Regulations, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Health Sciences, Scientific Communications, Scientific Research, Team Collaboration, Teamwork, Veterinary Research

Preferred Skills