Lead Genomics Scientist & Research Leader

Placements24; Randburg; Sur place; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 700 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Conference opportunities

Training & development

Résumé du poste

Biotechnology Research Institute in Randburg seeks a Senior Geneticist to lead genetic research initiatives, design experiments, and mentor a multidisciplinary team. You will drive projects from concept to publication, employing cutting-edge sequencing and gene-editing techniques.

The role emphasizes leadership, data analysis, and collaboration, with opportunities to contribute to funding proposals and scientific publications in a state-of-the-art environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in Genetics, Molecular Biology, Genomics, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years post-doctoral or equivalent research experience in genetics or genomics.
• Demonstrated expertise in experimental design and execution in molecular genetics.
• Strong experience with next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies and data analysis.
• Proficiency in bioinformatics tools and statistical methods for genomic data analysis.
• Hands-on experience with gene editing technologies (CRISPR-Cas9) is highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a creative approach to scientific challenges.
• Proven ability to lead research projects and mentor junior scientists.

Responsabilités

• Design, execute, and interpret experiments in molecular genetics and genomics.
• Lead research projects focused on gene function, regulation, and variation.
• Apply a wide range of genetic techniques, including gene editing (CRISPR), gene expression analysis, and genetic mapping.
• Analyze and interpret large-scale genomic and transcriptomic datasets using bioinformatics tools.
• Collaborate with researchers from various disciplines to integrate genetic findings into broader research programs.
• Develop and optimize protocols for genetic analyses.
• Supervise and mentor junior researchers, post-doctoral fellows, and technical staff.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication in high-impact peer-reviewed journals.
• Present research findings at national and international scientific conferences.
• Contribute to grant writing and the acquisition of research funding.

Connaissances

Leadership

Bioinformatics

Genomics analysis

Experimental design

Formation

Ph.D. in Genetics/Genomics

Outils

CRISPR-Cas9

NGS

Bioinformatics tools

Description du poste

Biotechnology Research Institute in Randburg seeks a Senior Geneticist to lead genetic research initiatives, design experiments, and mentor a multidisciplinary team. You will drive projects from concept to publication, employing cutting-edge sequencing and gene-editing techniques.

The role emphasizes leadership, data analysis, and collaboration, with opportunities to contribute to funding proposals and scientific publications in a state-of-the-art environment.