Lead Molecular Biology PI & Research Leader

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

State-of-the-art facilities

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a seasoned Principal Investigator to lead a molecular biology research group and shape the scientific vision. You will direct projects, mentor scientists and technicians, and drive high-impact discoveries in a state-of-the-art facility.

The role emphasizes obtaining external funding, publishing widely, and collaborating with partners while advancing Gauteng's scientific landscape.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Genetics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of post-doctoral research experience with increasing responsibility.
• Established record of independent research and significant contributions to the field.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and manage a scientific research team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a research laboratory focused on molecular biology questions.
• Design, conduct, and oversee complex experiments with rigorous data integrity.
• Secure competitive grant funding from national and international agencies.
• Publish findings in high-impact journals and present at conferences.
• Mentor postdocs, graduate students, and research technicians.
• Foster collaboration within the lab and with external partners.

Skills

Independent research leadership

Grant writing

Mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Genetics, or related discipline

Tools

Gene manipulation

Cloning

Gene expression analysis

Job description

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a seasoned Principal Investigator to lead a molecular biology research group and shape the scientific vision. You will direct projects, mentor scientists and technicians, and drive high-impact discoveries in a state-of-the-art facility.

The role emphasizes obtaining external funding, publishing widely, and collaborating with partners while advancing Gauteng's scientific landscape.