Research Assistant - Johannesburg Verfied

Salary Negotiable Johannesburg, Gauteng Johannesburg, Gauteng more than 14 days ago 22-10-2014 7:35:53 AM
19-11-2014 7:35:53 AM
Research Assistant (Sydney Brenner Institute for Molecular Bioscience)
(Twelve Months - Fixed Term Contract)

Main purpose of the job
To assist with research into genetic and environmental risk factors linked to cardiometabolic disease together with the project team.

Location
Parktown, Johannesburg

Key performance areas
Perform laboratory work for the AWI-Gen project and the SBIMB Biobank
Become familiar with the AWI-Gen project and the different roles
Assist with management and servicing laboratory equipment
Work effectively with the research team in the laboratory
Follow SOPs and protocols for data generation and analysis
Capture research data collected into the database
Compile relevant reports on laboratory work as requested
Effective self-management and performance ownership

Required minimum education and training
BSc (Honours) in Genetics, Biochemistry, Zoology, Botany, Molecular Biology or Microbiology

Required minimum work experience
Minimum of 1 years’ experience in a molecular biology laboratory

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
Interest in human genetics related to cardiometabolic disease
Computer literacy – Microsoft office, Excel essential
Excellent administrative skills
Team orientation
Meticulous attention to detail

The closing date for all applications is 7 November 2014

The Wits Health Consortium will only respond to short listed candidates. Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications unsuccessful. In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.