NGS Genomics Intern: Hands-On Lab Training

South African Medical Research Council; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 163,000 - 195,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-related remuneration

Job summary

The SAMRC Genomics Platform invites eligible candidates to apply for the Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) Intern Programme. Interns will be part of the laboratory team, gaining hands-on experience in NGS workflows, sample QC, and library preparation, with formal training provided.

This contracted internship runs for 1 year in Cape Town, with a market-related monthly remuneration. Applicants should have a basic understanding of genomics and a keen interest in developing practical skills in this

Qualifications

• BSc Honours or equivalent (4-year) degree in Molecular Biology, Genetics, or related discipline, or a higher qualification
• 1-2 years’ knowledge/experience in Molecular Biology or Genetics
• 1-2 years’ knowledge/experience with basic molecular biology techniques e.g. RNA, DNA isolation, PCR and Gel Electrophoresis
• Basic knowledge and understanding of genomics and NGS
• Knowledge of good laboratory practice (GLP)
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team

Responsibilities

• sample quality control, nucleic acid isolation, sequencing library preparation
• administrative tasks related to the core functions of the facility
• training will be provided during the internship

Skills

Molecular biology

GLP knowledge

Communication skills

Education

BSc Honours or equivalent (4-year) degree in Molecular Biology/ Genetics

Tools

PCR

Gel Electrophoresis

RNA/DNA isolation

Job description

The SAMRC Genomics Platform invites eligible candidates to apply for the Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) Intern Programme. Interns will be part of the laboratory team, gaining hands-on experience in NGS workflows, sample QC, and library preparation, with formal training provided.

This contracted internship runs for 1 year in Cape Town, with a market-related monthly remuneration. Applicants should have a basic understanding of genomics and a keen interest in developing practical skills in this