Senior Biochemistry Scientist — Lead Research (Nelspruit)

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Sur place; ZAR 900 000 - 1 500 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Modern research facility

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Research Scientist in Biochemistry to join our team in Nelspruit. You will lead major biochemical research projects, mentor junior scientists, and collaborate across disciplines in a state‑of‑the‑art facility.

The role emphasizes protein purification, enzyme kinetics, and advanced biophysical techniques, with opportunities to publish and present at conferences. A strong track record and leadership capabilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biophysics, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of post-doctoral research experience with a strong focus on biochemistry.
• Demonstrated expertise in protein purification, characterization, and functional analysis.
• Proficiency in a variety of biochemical assays and instrumentation.
• Strong understanding of enzyme mechanisms, metabolic pathways, and signaling cascades.

Responsabilités

• Design, conduct, and interpret complex biochemical experiments to elucidate molecular mechanisms and pathways.
• Develop and optimize assays for enzyme kinetics, protein–protein interactions, and metabolic processes.
• Utilize chromatography, spectroscopy, electrophoresis, and mass spectrometry.
• Collaborate with researchers from multiple disciplines to advance research goals.
• Analyze and interpret large datasets and propose future directions.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication and present findings at conferences.
• Mentor junior researchers and maintain high lab safety and data integrity.

Connaissances

Biochemistry expertise

Experimental design

Data interpretation

Leadership

Scientific communication

Formation

PhD in Biochemistry or related field

Outils

Chromatography

Spectroscopy

Electrophoresis

Mass spectrometry

X-ray crystallography

NMR

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Research Scientist in Biochemistry to join our team in Nelspruit. You will lead major biochemical research projects, mentor junior scientists, and collaborate across disciplines in a state‑of‑the‑art facility.

The role emphasizes protein purification, enzyme kinetics, and advanced biophysical techniques, with opportunities to publish and present at conferences. A strong track record and leadership capabilities are essential.