Senior Microbiologist - Research

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Microbiologist to lead advanced research projects in their Mahikeng laboratory. The role focuses on microbial communities, novel analytic techniques, and applied environmental/industrial research.

The candidate will oversee experiments, analyze data, and collaborate with partners while upholding strict safety and regulatory standards. This is an on-site leadership position in South Africa.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required in microbiology or related life sciences.
• Minimum 5 years of post‑doctoral or industry research experience.
• Experience with microbial culturing, identification and advanced molecular methods.
• Proficiency with bioinformatics tools for genomic/metagenomic data.
• Strong analytical abilities and clear written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead research projects on microbial diversity, metabolism and interactions.
• Design and perform experiments for microbial culture, identification and characterization.
• Utilize molecular techniques such as metagenomics and qPCR for analysis.
• Analyze complex microbiological and genomic data and prepare comprehensive reports.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to advance research objectives.
• Ensure adherence to laboratory safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

microbial culturing

molecular techniques

bioinformatics

data analysis

communication

Education

Ph.D. in Microbiology or Molecular Biology

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Senior Microbiologist to lead critical research initiatives in their laboratory in Mahikeng . This role involves conducting advanced research on microbial communities, developing novel techniques for microbial analysis, and contributing to projects focused on environmental and industrial applications. You will work with a dedicated team of scientists, leveraging state-of-the-art facilities to drive innovation and scientific discovery. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in microbiology and a passion for applied research.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead research projects focused on microbial diversity, metabolism, and interactions.
• Design and perform experiments involving microbial culture, identification, and characterization.
• Utilize molecular techniques such as metagenomics and qPCR for microbial analysis.
• Analyze and interpret complex microbiological and molecular data, generating comprehensive reports.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to advance research objectives.
• Ensure adherence to laboratory safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or a related life science discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-doctoral or industry research experience in microbiology.
• Demonstrated expertise in microbial culturing, identification, and advanced molecular techniques.
• Proficiency in bioinformatics tools for analyzing microbial genomic and metagenomic data.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for reporting and collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and insurance benefits.
• Support for professional development, including conference participation.
• Access to advanced laboratory equipment and a collaborative research environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to significant research impacting environmental and industrial sectors.