Senior Microbiologist - Environmental And Industrial Applications

Placements24; Polokwane; Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary and benefits

Professional development opportunities

Modern laboratory facilities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks a Senior Microbiologist in Polokwane, Limpopo, to lead innovative projects in environmental remediation and industrial biotechnology. You will guide a team of researchers, design experiments, and optimize microbial processes from lab to scale, using molecular tools and genomics to advance sustainable solutions.

This role demands a Ph.D. with 6+ years of applied microbiology experience and strong leadership.

Formación

• Ph.D. in Microbiology, Microbial Ecology, Biotechnology, or related field.
• 6+ years post-doctoral or industry experience in applied microbiology.
• Experience with molecular biology tools for microbial analysis.
• Experience developing and scaling up microbial processes for industrial applications.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead R&D projects focused on microbiology in environmental and industrial settings.
• Isolate, characterize, and cultivate diverse microbial species from environmental samples.
• Develop and optimize microbial processes for bioremediation, biofuel production, enzyme production, and waste valorization.
• Design and conduct experiments to assess microbial community dynamics and functions.
• Utilize molecular techniques (DNA extraction, PCR, sequencing) for microbial identification and analysis.
• Mentor junior scientists and contribute to strategic planning of the microbiology division.

Conocimientos

Microbial cultivation

Molecular biology techniques

Project management

Leadership

Data analysis

Educación

Ph.D. in Microbiology or related field

Herramientas

qPCR

Sanger sequencing

NGS library preparation

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic research and development firm focused on sustainable solutions, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Microbiologist to lead innovative projects in Polokwane, Limpopo. This role is critical for exploring the diverse roles of microorganisms in environmental remediation, industrial biotechnology, and sustainable resource management. You will lead a team of researchers in characterizing microbial communities, developing novel biotechnological applications, and optimizing microbial processes. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of microbial ecology, physiology, and genetics, coupled with practical experience in applied microbiology and fermentation. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to environmentally conscious innovation and drive advancements in the field of industrial microbiology.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead research and development projects focused on the application of microbiology in environmental and industrial settings.
• Isolate, characterize, and cultivate diverse microbial species from various environmental samples.
• Develop and optimize microbial processes for applications such as bioremediation, biofuel production, enzyme production, and waste valorization.
• Design and conduct experiments to assess microbial community dynamics and their functional roles in specific environments.
• Utilize molecular techniques (e.g., DNA extraction, PCR, sequencing) for microbial identification and functional analysis.
• Manage laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, reagent inventory, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Mentor junior scientists and contribute to the strategic planning of the microbiology division.
• Prepare technical reports, scientific publications, and present findings to stakeholders and at conferences.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Microbiology, Microbial Ecology, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of post-doctoral or industry experience in applied microbiology.
• Proven expertise in microbial cultivation, isolation, and characterization techniques.
• Hands-on experience with molecular biology tools for microbial analysis (e.g., qPCR, Sanger sequencing, next-generation sequencing library preparation).
• Demonstrated experience in developing and scaling up microbial processes for industrial applications.
• Strong understanding of microbial physiology, genetics, and biochemistry.
• Excellent project management and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment in Polokwane, Limpopo.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, alongside significant opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Employees will have access to modern laboratory facilities and the chance to work on impactful projects contributing to sustainable solutions in Polokwane, Limpopo.
• The company fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture.