Junior Microbiologist
4 months ago
Johannesburg, South Africa
Prostaff Holdings
Full time
Minimum requirements for the role:- A minimum of a 3-year degree with microbiology as a major is essential for this role.
- The successful candidate must be computer literate.
- Have the ability to carry out laboratory bench work and interpret results.
- Must be analytical and innovative thinking.
- Must be able to implement plans.
- Must have a clear understanding of QMS (ISO/ IEC 17025) laboratory accreditation principles.
- The company is wanting to employ a graduate with no experience for the role to be trained up in the role.
- Conducting analyses for the food and animal feeds industry requires the above to assist with various laboratory functions within the micro and molecular laboratory.
- Providing feedback to the operations manager with all work-related matters.
- Performing all test methods according to the training capacity or competency.
- Performing and reporting tests within specified turn-around time.
- Maintaining minimum stock level of all material needed.
- Using appropriate methods and techniques to carry out diagnostic tests.
- Participating in elaborating and reviewing of SOPs.
- Promoting and maintaining laboratory safety procedures at the section level as well as efficient laboratory conditions required for personnel safety and effective running of diagnostic tests.
- Completing and participating in non-conformance investigations.
- Assisting with other work when and as required.