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Laboratory Assistant MSc/ BSc Animal Science

University of Fort Hare

Stellenbosch

On-site

ZAR 50 000 - 200 000

Full time

Yesterday
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Job summary

A leading educational institution in Stellenbosch is seeking a Laboratory Assistant with an MSc / BSc in Animal Science. The role involves performing various analyses, coordinating samples, and preparing reports. Ideal candidates should display teamwork, organizational skills, and attention to detail, although laboratory experience is not mandatory.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Qualifications

  • Tertiary education in MSc / BSc Animal Science.
  • Laboratory experience would be beneficial but not required.
  • Enthusiastic, self-motivated and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

  • Preparing for and performing various analyses and experimental work.
  • Coordination of samples and results.
  • Preparing analysis reports.
  • Preparation of standards and reagents required for analyses.
  • Assisting with various quality control and laboratory projects.
  • Assisting with general laboratory housekeeping.

Skills

Teamwork
Communication skills
Organizational skills
Analytical thinking
Attention to detail
Self-motivated

Education

MSc / BSc Animal Science
Job description
Overview

Laboratory Assistant MSc/ BSc Animal Science

2025-10-21 - 2025-11-21

Permanent

SW005913

Agriculture

Stellenbosch. My client, a leader in the agricultural industry, has a vacancy for a Laboratory Assistant with an MSc / BSc Animal Science degree to join their team.

Requirements
  • Tertiary education in MSc / BSc Animal Science
  • Laboratory experience would be beneficial but not required
  • Must work well in a team and have good communication skills
  • Good organizational skills
  • Ability to prioritize important and urgent tasks
  • Analytical thinking and attention to detail
  • Enthusiastic, self-motivated and eager to learn
Duties
  • Preparing for and performing various analyses and experimental work
  • Coordination of samples and results
  • Preparing analysis reports
  • Preparation of standards and reagents required for analyses
  • Assisting with various quality control and laboratory projects
  • Assisting with general laboratory housekeeping
Office Hours

Monday – Thursdays: 08h00 – 17h00
Fridays: 08h00 – 16h00

In return a competitive salary is on offer. PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY CANDIDATES WHO CURRENTLY RESIDE IN THE WESTERN CAPE ARE INVITED TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION.

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