Research Support Assistant
3 months ago
Contributing to research by rendering desired support to research personnel to ensure the successful completion of research projects in compliance with set standards.
- Assist with general laboratory tasks.
- Sample preparation.
- Preparing and pouring of media.
- Fungal isolations.
- Storing cultures.
- Field work including inoculation trials for grapevine and fruit trees as well as sampling.
- Monitor weeds and disease outbreaks in glasshouses and tunnels.
- Ensuring optimal use of facilities, equipment and project resources which includes.
- Cleaning of laboratories.
- Cleaning of laboratory glassware.
- Maintenance of equipment.
- Complying with SHE/OHS regulations and procedures
- Grade 10 with 2 years of applicable experience in research support
- Lab experience in one of the following or similar areas Plant Pathology Microbiology Plant Breeding will be advantageous.
- Experience in operation of lab equipment, i.e. autoclaves, laminar flow cabinets, lab scales, will be advantageous.
- Valid driver’s license will be advantageous.
- Basic computer skills.
**Enquiries: Dr M Havenga, Tel: (021) 809-3161**
**THE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 08 NOVEMBER 2024**
NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permits must attach certified copies as well as the names and particulars of three recent (3) traceable referees.
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