PBMC Repository Coordinator (12 Months Fixed Term Contract - Wits DIH)

AJ Personnel; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health research organization in Johannesburg is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to manage the capturing and processing of specimens. Responsibilities include data entry, quality control, and specimen logging. Candidates should have a Grade 12 education, relevant diploma, and at least 2 years of laboratory experience. Registration with HPCSA is preferred. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as a Laboratory Assistant.
• HPCSA registration as Laboratory Assistant preferred.
• Experience in GCLP and GCP advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Administer specimen capturing and processing.
• Verify information against request forms.
• Log and maintain sample records.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Ability to meet deadlines

Data entry

Quality control

Education

Grade 12

Diploma in Biomedical Technology or Health Sciences

Tools

LIMS systems

DB management software

Job description

SUMMARY :

• The Wits Diagnostic Innovation Hub is a division of Wits Health Consortium.
• Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Limited ("WHC") is a wholly owned company of the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, under its Faculty of Health Sciences.
• WHC provides a legal framework for faculty research and activities, and offers products and services to academics.

POSITION INFO :

Main purpose of the job :

• To administer the capturing, distribution, and processing of all specimens, ensuring accurate information is recorded for storage.

Division :

• Wits Diagnostic and Innovation Hub

Location :

• Parktown

Key performance areas :

• Verify information on samples against laboratory request forms.
• Validate sample tube lot numbers, capture details on request forms, and record receipt details.
• Log samples on spreadsheets and maintain records.
• Data entry for specimens in databases, adhering to protocols.
• Coordinate sample shipping and storage.
• Ensure equipment maintenance as scheduled.
• Log, label, and store samples on LIMS systems.
• Monitor stock levels.
• Process and store PBMC samples according to SOPs.
• Perform quality control on samples and data.
• Participate in pipette validations and EQAs.
• Assist with Elispot processing and malaria EQA survey coordination.
• Manage slide stocks at the Malaria EQA lab.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and report issues.
• Assist with equipment calibration and verification tasks.

Required minimum education and training :

• Grade 12 with laboratory experience.
• Diploma in Biomedical Technology or Health Sciences.

Required minimum work experience :

• At least 2 years as a Laboratory Assistant.

Desirable additional qualifications and skills :

• HPCSA registration as Laboratory Assistant (preferred).
• Experience in clinical trials is advantageous.
• GCLP and GCP certification preferred.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Willingness to work shifts and overtime as needed.

TO APPLY :

• Submit a detailed CV if you meet the minimum requirements.
• Apply online through our website, complete registration, and accept POPIA terms.
• Your profile will be valid for all future applications with AJ Personnel.
• Unsuccessful applicants will not be contacted; shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
• Application deadline: 22 July 2025.
• No CVs accepted after the closing date.

Note :

• Preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as per Employment Equity Act.
• AJ Personnel handles advertising and response; salary info is not provided by AJ Personnel.