Research Scientist

2 days ago


Durban, South Africa LA Medical Recruitment Specialists Full time

BSc Honours in Biochemistry, Microbiology required.

BSc Masters in Biochemistry, Cell Biology required.

3-4 years cell/tissue culture experience, recombinant DNA technology,
Protein biochemistry (protein expression and purification) and project management experience. Design, develop and execute cell culture-based experiments (mammalian, bacterial and eukaryotic). Maintenance of cell cultures including, cryopreservation, optimisation of cell growth, media preparation. Design, develop and execute molecular biology, immunochemistry and protein purification experiments. Analytical testing of proteins i.e. determination of concentration, purity. Record and analyse experiment results in line with GMP and ISO 13485 requirements. Statistical analysis of data using software such as Minitab and Graphpad Prism. Interpret results and summarise data for technical reports. Present research and development findings/project status at relevant departmental meetings. Author work instructions, test methods, record sheets and other relevant documentation i.e. risk assessments. Contribute towards technical leadership and the enhancement of existing processes/products. Contribute towards the development of new diagnostic and therapeutic protein products. Troubleshoot and find solutions to experimental problems. Deliver projects according to project plans and adhere to ISO 13485 Design Control requirements. Write protocols for transfer of design projects to Manufacturing.

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Durban, KwaZulu-Natal: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)


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