TB Lab Research Assistant (BSL-3)

AHRI; Durban; Sur place; ZAR 320 000 - 460 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

AHRI in Durban is seeking a Research Assistant to support TB-related laboratory research. You will work with clinical samples in BSL-2 and BSL-3 settings, assisting senior researchers with experiments, data verification and quality control.

Responsibilities include processing clinical samples, maintaining reagents, and performing mycobacteria assays. Strong English communication, accuracy, and the ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication in English.
• High accuracy and precision in lab work.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to work after hours and on weekends when required.

Responsabilités

• Perform laboratory activities related to the TB research project.
• Assist senior researcher with experiments, data verification and quality control.
• Carry out clinical sample processing when necessary.
• Monitor and maintain reagents and stocks of all Mycobacteria strains.
• Perform mycobacteriological, microbiological, molecular biology and clinical sample processing in a BSL-3 facility.
• Document and store experimental designs and results; report progress weekly/monthly.

Connaissances

Communication

Accuracy & Precision

Under pressure

Independence

After-hours/weekends

Formation

Honours or Masters’ degree in Medical microbiology, Biomedical sciences, Molecular biology

Description du poste

AHRI in Durban is seeking a Research Assistant to support TB-related laboratory research. You will work with clinical samples in BSL-2 and BSL-3 settings, assisting senior researchers with experiments, data verification and quality control.

Responsibilities include processing clinical samples, maintaining reagents, and performing mycobacteria assays. Strong English communication, accuracy, and the ability to work independently are essential.