Lead R&D Scientist – Biotech Innovation Leader

Placements24

Randburg

Hybrid

ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Performance-based bonuses

Professional development opportunities

State-of-the-art facilities

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead R&D Scientist in Randburg, Gauteng, to lead a team of researchers in designing, executing, and analyzing advanced experiments for novel therapeutics. The role emphasizes strategic project direction, data interpretation, and translation of findings toward potential clinical applications.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in a biotechnology discipline with 7+ years post-doctoral experience, including at least 3 years in leadership, and excels in scientific

Qualifications

PhD in a biotechnology discipline as listed.
7+ years post-doctoral research, with ≥3 years in leadership.
Demonstrated expertise in laboratory techniques and experimental design.
Proven publications and conference presentations.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of research scientists and technicians.
Design and oversee complex experimental protocols in biology/biochemistry.
Analyze and interpret data ensuring rigor and reproducibility.
Develop and validate new assays to support objectives.
Contribute to strategic planning of R&D projects.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Data analysis

Scientific communication

Education

PhD in Molecular Biology/Cell Biology/ Biochemistry/Immunology

Tools

Statistical software

Job description

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in a biotechnology discipline with 7+ years post-doctoral experience, including at least 3 years in leadership, and excels in scientific

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