Senior Biotech Research Scientist — Flexible Hours & Growth

Placements24; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Private health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Conferences attendance

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Research Scientist in Midrand, Gauteng to lead and execute advanced molecular biology projects. You will design experiments, analyze data, and guide the research lifecycle from concept to publication within a collaborative biotech setting.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. in a related field, 5+ years post-doctoral experience, and expertise in PCR, Western blotting, cell culture, CRISPR, and NGS, with strong publication credentials and leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of post-doctoral research experience.
• Hands-on experience with PCR, Western blotting, cell culture, CRISPR, and next-generation sequencing.
• Proficiency in statistics software and bioinformatics tools (R, SPSS).
• Demonstrated ability to design, conduct and interpret complex experiments.
• Strong publication record; experience in project management and leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute complex experiments in molecular biology and genetics.
• Analyze experimental data using advanced statistical methods and bioinformatics tools.
• Develop and optimize new protocols and methodologies for research.
• Prepare high-quality scientific manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications.
• Present research findings at national and international conferences.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including chemists, engineers, and scientists.
• Mentor junior researchers and provide technical guidance.
• Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks and records per industry standards.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and lab protocols in Midrand, Gauteng.

Skills

Molecular biology

Data analysis

Biotech research

Team collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Molecular Biology or related field

Tools

R

SPSS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Research Scientist in Midrand, Gauteng to lead and execute advanced molecular biology projects. You will design experiments, analyze data, and guide the research lifecycle from concept to publication within a collaborative biotech setting.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. in a related field, 5+ years post-doctoral experience, and expertise in PCR, Western blotting, cell culture, CRISPR, and NGS, with strong publication credentials and leadership abilities.