Research & Development Technician
1 week ago
**Gauteng**, PTA - East**
**R 22000 - R 25000 Monthly Cost To Company**
Our client's advanced technology leverages more than 20 years of R&D history to manufacture a diverse range of isotopes. If you are analytic, have a strong mechanical background with a real interest in science and technology, this position is for you
The research and development technician will form part of the R&D team. The main objective of this role is to work with the team to investigate, understand, develop, and improve the separation technology. Additionally assist maintenance of the testbenches and facility.
- Operation of test-benches - all experimental tests
- Capture and report data
- Suggest improvements and alternatives
- Maintain the test benches and experimental facility
- Calibrate instrumentation
- Assist with quality control
- Update SOPs
- Research and development of technology
**Requirements**:
- Scientific method orientated - organised, dedicated, accurate
- Problem solving skills
- Inquisitive
- Attention to detail
- Patient
- Interest in research
- Dedicated
- Willingness to learn and take advice from team members
- Able to work under pressure
- Computer literate - Microsoft Office minimum
- Good communication skills
- Technically orientated
- Practical hands-on capability
- Strong Mechanical background (Skills in pipe work, pump, compressor mechanics)
- Experience with gas handling (recommended)
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