Research Technician: Veterinary X4

2 weeks ago

Onderstepoort, South Africa The Agricultural Research Council Full time

To render a quality proficiency test scheme (PTS) and Interlaboratory Comparison (ILC) service by
- performing general virological, bacteriological, serological, and molecular test on veterinary samples in accordance with the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025.
- Receiving samples, registering them, and taking them to the laboratories.
- Testing the samples using methods such as Enzyme linked immunosorbent Assay (ELISA); Haemagglutination Inhibition (HI), Microscopic slide Agglutination (MAT); Compliment Fixation Test (CFT), Milk Ring Test (MRT); Rose Bengal Test (RBT), Agar Gel Immuno
- Diffusion (AGID), Virus and bacterial Isolation and culture, Virus Neutralisation Test (VNT) etc.
- Aliquoting, freeze drying and storing samples, and data capture.
- Assisting in all quality assurance (QA) in the laboratories.
- Providing diagnostic support by giving project inputs regarding technical details and carrying out assigned technical tasks.
- National Diploma or B-Tech in Veterinary Technology.
- Professional membership: SAVC registration is compulsory.
- Knowledge of veterinary viral pathogens and diseases.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- A license will be an added advantage.

**Enquiries**:Dr Alison Lubisi, **Tel: ( 012) 529 9233**

**CL**OSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 01 NOVEMBER 2024**

NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees.

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