Molecular Biology Scientist - Gene Expression & Cell Assays

Placements24

Soweto

On-site

ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development opportunities
Modern lab facilities in Soweto

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto seeks a Research Scientist with Molecular Biology expertise to join its innovative research team. You will design and execute molecular biology experiments, including gene cloning, expression analysis, and cell-based assays, contributing to disease mechanism understanding and therapeutic development.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in molecular biology techniques, a keen scientific mind, and a passion for cutting-edge biomedical research.

Qualifications

  • MSc or PhD in relevant life sciences.
  • 2-4 years hands-on molecular biology experience.
  • Experience with gene cloning, expression analysis, and cell-based assays.
  • Strong analytical and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

  • Perform PCR, qPCR, Western blotting, and ELISA.
  • Design and construct expression vectors for gene delivery.
  • Investigate gene function and regulation in cellular models.
  • Develop and optimize cell-based assays for drug screening.
  • Analyze data, prepare reports, and present findings to the team.
  • Maintain lab equipment and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Molecular biology expertise
Gene cloning
Cell-based assays
Analytical skills

Education

MSc or PhD in Molecular Biology/Genetics/Biochemistry

Tools

PCR
qPCR
Western blot
ELISA
Cell culture
Cloning vectors

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto seeks a Research Scientist with Molecular Biology expertise to join its innovative research team. You will design and execute molecular biology experiments, including gene cloning, expression analysis, and cell-based assays, contributing to disease mechanism understanding and therapeutic development.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in molecular biology techniques, a keen scientific mind, and a passion for cutting-edge biomedical research.

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