R&d Associate, Applications Development
2 weeks ago
**Position**: R&D Associate, Applications Development
**Position Type**: Full-Time Employee
**Department**: Research and Development
**Location**: Cape Town, South Africa, onsite
**Experience**: MSc (or equivalent) in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related discipline
**Position Summary**
This position offers an opportunity to participate in the development of biotechnology products. In this collaborative role, you will work closely with various departments, including Enzyme Engineering, Computational Biology, Process Development, Marketing, and Customer Support across our global sites.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Contribute to a multidisciplinary international team involved in the development and launch of genomics products.
- Assist in designing, planning, and performing molecular biology experiments, including enzyme characterization, RT-qPCR, and next-generation sequencing (NGS).
- Document all experimental details in an electronic lab notebook and present results and project updates to managers and peers.
- Collaborate with senior scientists to implement and maintain experiments and laboratory protocols.
- Participate in customer collaborations and provide technical input for product support.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement within the lab.
**Skills and Requirements**
- Ability to plan, execute, troubleshoot, interpret, and replicate molecular biology experiments with some supervision.
- Proficiency in standard molecular biology techniques such as PCR, qPCR, RT-qPCR, and biochemical assays. Familiarity with NGS technologies and data analysis **is** a plus.
- Knowledge of enzyme biochemistry and related assays (reaction kinetics, binding, stability, etc.) **is** preferred, especially regarding DNA- and RNA-modifying enzymes.
- Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
**Education and Experience**
- MSc in biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related discipline or BSc Honours in biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related discipline + a minimum 2 years relevant work experience.
**How to Apply**
- A letter of motivation.
- A resume or CV highlighting your qualifications and relevant experience.
**Application Requirements**
- Letter of motivation (upload where it says cover letter)
- Resume or _Curriculum vitae_, highlighting relevant qualifications and experience
If selected to participate in the interview process, the names and contact information of three professional references who are able to assess your suitability for the position in terms of the specified requirements will be requested.
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**_ WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER_**
- Watchmaker Genomics is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and creating a culturally diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics as protected by applicable law._
- All applicants will be asked if currently eligible to work in South Africa; and if now or in the future will require visa sponsorship to continue working in South Africa._
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