Senior Genomics Scientist Lead Molecular Research

Placements24; KwaZulu-Natal; Vor Ort; ZAR 1.000.000 - 1.800.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Continued learning

State-of-the-art facilities

Collaborative culture

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a Senior Molecular Biologist to lead genomics-driven research and development. You will drive complex experiments, develop assays, and analyze large genomic datasets in a collaborative, state-of-the-art environment.

Ideal candidate holds a PhD with 5+ years in molecular biology, including genomics, and will mentor junior staff while contributing to publications and grant proposals.

Qualifikationen

• PhD required with strong background in molecular biology and genomics.
• 5+ years post-doctoral or industry experience in molecular biology, focusing on genomics.
• Proven ability to design and optimize molecular assays and to analyze large datasets.

Aufgaben

• Design and execute complex molecular biology experiments with focus on genomics, transcriptomics, and epigenomics.
• Develop and optimize DNA/RNA analysis assays and protocols.
• Analyze large-scale genomic datasets using bioinformatics tools and statistics.
• Troubleshoot experiments and propose innovative solutions.
• Collaborate with bioinformaticians, clinicians, and researchers across teams.
• Contribute to writing research papers, grants, and technical reports.
• Maintain meticulous lab records and ensure safety compliance in Pietermaritzburg.
• Mentor junior scientists and research assistants.

Kenntnisse

Genomics expertise

Molecular biology techniques

NGS data analysis

PCR/qPCR proficiency

Bioinformatics tools

Team leadership

Ausbildung

PhD in Molecular Biology/Genetics/Biochemistry

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a Senior Molecular Biologist to lead genomics-driven research and development. You will drive complex experiments, develop assays, and analyze large genomic datasets in a collaborative, state-of-the-art environment.

Ideal candidate holds a PhD with 5+ years in molecular biology, including genomics, and will mentor junior staff while contributing to publications and grant proposals.