Senior Molecular Biology Scientist - Lead Research & Innovation

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Pension & retirement benefits

Relocation assistance

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a Senior Research Scientist to lead molecular biology research efforts. The role focuses on designing complex experiments, developing novel assays, and driving data-driven scientific discoveries in a collaborative biotech setting.

The ideal candidate has a PhD with at least 5 years of hands-on experience, a strong publication record, and proven ability to work in a team within state-of-the-art facilities.

Qualifikationen

• PhD in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of postdoctoral or industry molecular biology experience.
• Proven expertise across a broad range of molecular biology techniques and instrumentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong publication record desirable.

Aufgaben

• Design and execute complex experiments in molecular biology (DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, qPCR, cloning, gene expression).
• Develop and optimize novel molecular assays and protocols to address research questions.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data with a focus on accuracy and reproducibility.
• Maintain detailed lab notebooks and prepare comprehensive reports and presentations of findings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
• Troubleshoot issues and implement effective solutions.
• Stay updated on latest advancements in molecular biology and related fields.
• Contribute to IP portfolio through patent filings and publications.
• Mentor junior staff on experimental design and execution.

Kenntnisse

Experiment design

Data analysis

Scientific communication

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

PhD in Molecular Biology or related field

Tools

GraphPad Prism

R

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a Senior Research Scientist to lead molecular biology research efforts. The role focuses on designing complex experiments, developing novel assays, and driving data-driven scientific discoveries in a collaborative biotech setting.

The ideal candidate has a PhD with at least 5 years of hands-on experience, a strong publication record, and proven ability to work in a team within state-of-the-art facilities.