Senior Geneticist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Leave allowance

Professional development

Conference attendance

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth invites a Senior Geneticist to lead pioneering research into genetic diseases, develop diagnostics, and translate discoveries into healthcare solutions within a multidisciplinary facility.

You will supervise projects, analyze complex data, work with clinicians, publish manuscripts, and contribute to grant applications while mentoring junior researchers.

Qualifications

• PhD in Genetics, Molecular Biology, Human Biology, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-doctoral experience in human genetics or related research area.
• Demonstrated expertise in human genetics, population genetics, or clinical genetics.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee research studies to identify genetic factors contributing to disease susceptibility and progression.
• Perform and interpret sequencing, genotyping, and linkage analyses.
• Develop and implement new molecular genetic techniques and protocols.
• Collaborate with clinicians to recruit participants, collect samples, and integrate findings into patient care strategies.
• Analyze and manage large genomic datasets using bioinformatics and statistics.
• Author manuscripts, present findings at conferences, and contribute to grants.

Skills

Genetics

Population genetics

Bioinformatics

NGS data analysis

Statistical genetics

Communication

Education

PhD in Genetics or related field

Tools

NGS Pipelines

Bioinformatics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Geneticist to contribute to their pioneering research efforts in Port Elizabeth . This role is central to investigating the genetic basis of diseases and developing innovative diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. You will lead research projects, analyze complex genetic data, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of scientists and clinicians. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of human genetics, experience with modern genomic technologies, and a passion for translating genetic discoveries into impactful healthcare solutions within a dedicated research facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and oversee research studies to identify genetic factors contributing to disease susceptibility and progression.
• Perform and interpret various genetic analyses, including sequencing, genotyping, and linkage analysis.
• Develop and implement new molecular genetic techniques and protocols.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to recruit participants, collect samples, and integrate genetic findings into patient care strategies.
• Analyze and manage large-scale genomic datasets, employing bioinformatics tools and statistical methods.
• Author scientific manuscripts, present findings at conferences, and contribute to grant applications.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Genetics, Molecular Biology, Human Biology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-doctoral experience in human genetics or a related research area.
• Demonstrated expertise in human genetics , population genetics, or clinical genetics.
• Proficiency with next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies and associated data analysis pipelines.
• Experience with statistical genetics and bioinformatics software packages.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for working within a team in Port Elizabeth .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for annual performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous annual leave allowance and other paid time off benefits.
• Funding for professional development, including workshops and conference attendance.
• A stimulating work environment with opportunities to contribute to significant advancements in genetic research.