Research Scientist - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative research environment

Impactful projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Research Scientist with expertise in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology to join its R&D team in Soweto. The role focuses on investigating biological pathways, developing new assays, and characterizing biomolecules, with opportunities to design experiments and contribute to product development.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD and has 3–5 years of post-PhD experience, strong practical skills in protein biochemistry and molecular biology, and excellent data

Qualifications

• PhD in Biochemistry or Molecular Biology.
• 3–5 years post-PhD research experience.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute and optimize biochemistry and molecular biology experiments.
• Develop and validate new assays for target screening and biomolecule characterization.
• Perform molecular cloning, PCR, Western blotting, ELISA and related techniques.
• Analyze data with appropriate statistical methods and software; draw clear conclusions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support research and product development.
• Maintain thorough lab notebooks and contribute to reports and publications.

Skills

Biochemistry

Molecular biology

Protein purification

Education

Ph.D. in Biochemistry or Molecular Biology

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Research Scientist with expertise in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology to join their innovative R&D team in Soweto. This position focuses on investigating biological pathways, developing new assays, and characterizing biomolecules. You will be instrumental in designing and conducting experiments, analyzing data, and contributing to the advancement of our scientific understanding and product development efforts. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated scientist to make significant contributions in a research-intensive environment located in Soweto.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and optimize experiments in biochemistry and molecular biology, including protein purification, enzyme kinetics, and gene expression analysis.
• Develop and validate new assays for screening and characterization of biological targets and compounds.
• Perform molecular cloning, PCR, Western blotting, ELISA, and other relevant molecular biology techniques.
• Analyze experimental data using appropriate statistical methods and software, drawing clear conclusions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support research programs and product development.
• Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks and contribute to the preparation of research reports and publications.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of post-doctoral or industry research experience.
• Strong practical experience in protein biochemistry and molecular biology techniques.
• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation, with experience using relevant software tools.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for team collaboration and scientific reporting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• A collaborative and supportive research environment in Soweto.
• Work on impactful projects contributing to scientific advancement.