Lead Biotech R&D Scientist — Gene Editing & Discovery

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Conference attendance

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks a visionary Lead Research Scientist in Biotechnology to spearhead critical R&D initiatives within a state-of-the-art facility.

You will lead a team of scientists, design experiments in gene editing, sequencing, and drug discovery, and drive preclinical research strategies. The role offers an attractive salary package, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, and opportunities to attend international conferences.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Genetics, or a related life sciences field.
• Minimum of 7 years of post-doctoral research experience in the biotechnology sector, with a proven track record of leadership.
• Extensive hands-on experience with CRISPR-Cas9, next-generation sequencing, and protein expression analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of research scientists, fostering a collaborative and productive research environment.
• Design and oversee complex experimental protocols in areas such as gene editing, molecular biology, and drug discovery.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and present findings to internal stakeholders and at scientific conferences.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively to ensure the successful completion of research objectives.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the R&D department, identifying new research opportunities and technological advancements.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in Molecular Biology/Biotechnology/Genetics or related life sciences

Tools

CRISPR-Cas9

Next-generation sequencing

Protein expression analysis

Job description

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks a visionary Lead Research Scientist in Biotechnology to spearhead critical R&D initiatives within a state-of-the-art facility.

You will lead a team of scientists, design experiments in gene editing, sequencing, and drug discovery, and drive preclinical research strategies. The role offers an attractive salary package, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, and opportunities to attend international conferences.