Senior Scientist, Bioprocessing & Bioleaching Research

Mintek Pty Ltd.; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading scientific research company in Gauteng seeks a Senior Scientist for their Bioprocessing Group. The successful candidate will conduct research on innovative bioprocesses, focusing on bioleaching and waste treatment. Applicants must have an MSc and relevant experience, particularly in molecular biology. The role requires strong analytical skills, project management experience, and a commitment to SHEQ standards. Join a dynamic team committed to scientific excellence and innovation.

Benefits

Market related remuneration

Exciting career opportunity

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of vocational experience following graduation in relevant fields.
• Substantial expertise in methods development for microbial cultivation.
• Understanding of bioprocesses, especially bioleaching.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects as a chief investigator.
• Prepare proposals under supervision.
• Collect and interpret data using standard methodologies.

Skills

Molecular biology methods

Project management

Data interpretation

Bioprocessing

Education

MSc preceded by BSc and BSc(Hons) in biological sciences

Tools

qPCR

DNA sequence analysis

Cloning

Job description

A leading scientific research company in Gauteng seeks a Senior Scientist for their Bioprocessing Group. The successful candidate will conduct research on innovative bioprocesses, focusing on bioleaching and waste treatment. Applicants must have an MSc and relevant experience, particularly in molecular biology. The role requires strong analytical skills, project management experience, and a commitment to SHEQ standards. Join a dynamic team committed to scientific excellence and innovation.