R&D Molecular Diagnostics Lead — AMR & Mpox

Aj Personnel; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare research organization in South Africa is seeking a highly motivated Research and Development Scientist to advance diagnostic technologies for mpox and antimicrobial resistance. The ideal candidate will have a MSc or PhD and significant experience in molecular diagnostics. This role involves leading R&D initiatives, conducting validation studies, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve diagnostic access.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or Biomedical Science.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in diagnostic development.
• HPCSA registration is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead research and development initiatives for novel diagnostics.
• Design and execute validation studies to assess diagnostic performance.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for technology integration.
• Supervise Junior Scientists and prepare scientific reports.

Skills

Diagnostic development

Analytical validation processes

Molecular diagnostics

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration

Scientific writing

Knowledge of South African healthcare

Education

MSc or PhD in Molecular Biology or related field

Tools

PCR

Flow-cytometry

Statistical programs such as Stata/SAS/R

Job description

A healthcare research organization in South Africa is seeking a highly motivated Research and Development Scientist to advance diagnostic technologies for mpox and antimicrobial resistance. The ideal candidate will have a MSc or PhD and significant experience in molecular diagnostics. This role involves leading R&D initiatives, conducting validation studies, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve diagnostic access.