Microbiology Analyst

-South Africa, Western Cape

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- R10000 - R15000 Per Month

**Area**: South Africa, Western Cape

**Sector**: Biotechnology
Posted: 12 April 2024

**Job Details**:
**Description**

The purpose of this position is to conduct the testing of samples submitted to the laboratory so that work is completed within the required turnaround times.

Location: Paarden Eiland, Cape Town

**Requirements**:

- National Diploma in Biotechnology or BSC Degree in Microbiology.
- 1-2 years’ experience in a Food microbiology laboratory.

**Responsibilities**
- Conduct simple and complex test independently.
- Verification of results independently and interpret data against known sources of information.
- Improve laboratory efficiency.
- Ensuring adherence to departmental TAT’s and early warnings to direct supervisor of any delay on TAT.
- Cleaning and disinfection of equipment.
- Responsible for upkeep of laboratory instrument and notification to management of calibration and service requests.
- Ensure that all analysis and related tasks are performance in accordance with OHS and Quality Assurance Policies and Procedures.
- Implementation of quality TAT corrective actions for area of responsibility.
- Maintaining acceptable proficiency scores for work conducted.
- Ensure correct stock levels are maintained effectively for testing.
- Managing consumable costs.
- Timely completion of all reporting requirements and responses to any team member as required.
- Other duties as assigned by the company within the Employee’s scope of work.