Senior Biochemist: Molecular Research (Hybrid)

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Pension fund

Professional development

Relocation assistance

State-of-the-art facilities

Job summary

Placements24 in Midrand, Gauteng is seeking a Senior Bio-Chemist to lead advanced biochemical research activities in a hybrid lab setting. The role emphasizes designing complex experiments, validating analytical methods, and collaborating across teams to translate findings into actionable insights.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in biochemistry or related field with 5+ years of post-PhD experience, strong publication history, and expertise in enzymatic kinetics, protein expression/purification,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemistry or related field.
• Minimum 5 years post-doctoral or industry R&D experience.
• Experience with enzyme kinetics, protein expression/purification and analytical tech (HPLC, MS, ELISA).
• Strong statistical analysis and experimental design skills.
• Proven scientific publication track record.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute complex biochemical experiments to investigate molecular pathways and identify potential drug targets.
• Develop and validate analytical methods for protein purification, characterization, and quantification.
• Analyze large datasets using statistical software and draw scientific conclusions.
• Collaborate with molecular biologists, pharmacologists, and data scientists.
• Prepare reports, papers, and presentations for internal/external review.
• Mentor junior researchers and guide lab techniques.
• Ensure GLP compliance and safety protocols.
• Contribute to strategic research directions and new inquiries.

Skills

Enzyme kinetics

Protein expression

Protein purification

HPLC

Mass spectrometry

ELISA

Statistical analysis

Experimental design

Scientific publications

Education

PhD in Biochemistry/Life Sciences

Tools

HPLC

Mass Spectrometry

ELISA

Job description

Placements24 in Midrand, Gauteng is seeking a Senior Bio-Chemist to lead advanced biochemical research activities in a hybrid lab setting. The role emphasizes designing complex experiments, validating analytical methods, and collaborating across teams to translate findings into actionable insights.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in biochemistry or related field with 5+ years of post-PhD experience, strong publication history, and expertise in enzymatic kinetics, protein expression/purification,