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  • Research Assistant

    4 hours ago


    gauteng, South Africa Orca Communications Full-time

    We're hiring: Research Assistant (Johannesburg) - Qualitative fieldwork on water & sanitation Project: Water and Sanitation in Johannesburg Where: Johannesburg area When: September-October (8 weeks) Type: Paid, on-site, part-time (local hire) What you'll do (qualitative only) Conduct semi-structured interviews with residents, community leaders, and NGOs...

  • Research Assistant

    4 hours ago


    durban, kwazulu natal, South Africa Africa Health Research Institute Full-time

    The application closing date: 26 Oct 2026 Description: The Research Assistant will work as part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team in AHRI focusing on tuberculosis research. The incumbent’s main responsibility is to work with clinical samples in the BSL-2 and BSL-3. Brief overview of duties Perform laboratory activities related to the project. ...

  • Research Assistant

    4 hours ago


    milnerton, western cape, South Africa Flourish Research Full-time

    Valkyrie Clinical Trials (VCT), a Flourish Research Company, is a leading Oncology multi-site clinical research network withexpertisein Oncology research. VCT approaches clinical research with a deep sense of humanity, compassion, and sincere kindness. VCT was founded by leading Clinical Oncologist, Dr. David Berz, and has multiple sites spanning California...

  • Research Assistant

    2 days ago


    Cape Town, South Africa University of Cape Town Lung Institute Full-time

    Minimum Requirements: - Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent qualification - Undergraduate qualification in a health-related discipline - Postgraduate qualification in public health, epidemiology and/or biostatistics - Experience in a research environment/or clinical experience related to child health would be advantageous - Strong academic writing skills and...


  • polokwane, limpopo, South Africa Placements24 Full-time

    About the Role Our client, a leading scientific research institution based in Polokwane, is seeking a dedicated and inquisitive Graduate Research Assistant to support ongoing research projects. This role is perfect for a recent graduate with a strong academic background and a passion for scientific inquiry. You will assist senior researchers in data...


  • durban, kwazulu natal, South Africa Africa Health Research Institute Npc Full-time

    The application closing date: 29 Oct 2026 Description: AHRI is looking for a Clinic Research Assistant (CRA) who will be based at our Somkhele campus. The purpose of this job is to work on interventions under the HIV prevention programme including the Accelerating Community-Centred Equitable Lenacapavir for key and priority populations in South Africa...


  • mbombela (nelspruit), mpumalanga, South Africa Placements24 Full-time

    About the Role Our client, a leading scientific research institution, is seeking a meticulous and inquisitive Graduate Research Assistant to join their innovative team. This is a fully remote role, allowing you to contribute to groundbreaking research from the comfort of your own workspace, ideally within commuting distance to Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, ZA for...


  • Newcastle, South Africa Newcastle University Full-time £34,630 - £36,320 Contract

    Salary: Reserach Assistant - £34,630 - £36,320 per annum             Reserach Associate - £37,369 - £39,560 per annum   Newcastle University is a great place to work, with excellent benefits. We have a generous holiday package; plus the opportunity to buy more, great pension schemes and a number of health and wellbeing initiatives to support...

  • Research Assistant

    4 days ago


    gauteng, za, Gauteng Orca Communications Full-time

    We're hiring: Research Assistant (Johannesburg) - Qualitative fieldwork on water & sanitationProject: Water and Sanitation in JohannesburgWhere: Johannesburg area When: September-October (8 weeks) Type: Paid, on-site, part-time (local hire)What you'll do (qualitative only)Conduct semi-structured interviews with residents, community leaders, and NGOs -focused...

  • Research Assistant

    4 hours ago


    mbombela (nelspruit), mpumalanga, South Africa Placements24 Full-time

    About the Role Our client is seeking a motivated and organized Research Assistant to support ongoing projects within the field of Educational Psychology. This contract role is ideal for individuals with a strong academic background and a keen interest in educational research methodologies. You will assist senior researchers in data collection, analysis,...


  • benoni, gauteng, South Africa Placements24 Full-time

    About the Role Our client, a cutting-edge biotechnology research firm based in Benoni , Gauteng, is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Junior Research Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity for an aspiring scientist to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced research and development environment. The successful...

  • Research Assistant

    4 hours ago


    soweto, gauteng, South Africa Placements24 Full-time

    About the Role Our client, a leading research institution, is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Research Assistant to join their Genomics Lab team in Soweto . This role is fundamental to supporting ongoing research projects focused on genetic variation and its role in disease. You will perform a variety of laboratory tasks, assist in experimental...


  • Remote, noord kaap, South Africa Placements24 Full-time

    Placements24 is partnering with a leading Kimberley research institute to appoint a Research Assistant for the Educational Neuroscience lab. This on-site role supports experimental design, data collection, and analysis of how the brain learns and develops cognitive skills. You will collaborate with principal investigators and senior researchers, recruit...

  • Research Assistant

    4 hours ago


    Remote, noord kaap, South Africa Placements24 Full-time

    About the Role Our client, a cutting-edge research institute affiliated with a leading university in Kimberley , is seeking a motivated Research Assistant to join their Educational Neuroscience lab. This is an on-site position critical for supporting groundbreaking research into the neural underpinnings of learning and cognitive development. You will work...

  • Research Assistant

    12 hours ago


    gauteng, South Africa Placements24 Full-time

    About the Role Our client, a cutting-edge research institute affiliated with a leading university in Kimberley , is seeking a motivated Research Assistant to join their Educational Neuroscience lab. This is an on-site position critical for supporting groundbreaking research into the neural underpinnings of learning and cognitive development. You will work...

  • Data Lab

    12 hours ago


    pretoria, gauteng, South Africa United Nations University Full-time

    United Nations University in Pretoria, South Africa seeks a Datalab Assistant to support data work under the SA-TIED programme. You will manage Data Lab operations and assist with data cleaning, documentation, and event coordination at the National Treasury site in Pretoria. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years in economics, statistics or...

  • Research Assistant

    12 hours ago


    polokwane, limpopo, South Africa Placements24 Full-time

    About the Role Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant to support their Molecular Biology research initiatives in Polokwane. This role provides an excellent opportunity for an early-career scientist to gain hands-on experience in a cutting-edge laboratory environment. You will assist senior researchers in designing and...


  • za Placements24 Full-time

    Placements24 is partnering with a leading Kimberley research institute to appoint a Research Assistant for the Educational Neuroscience lab. This on-site role supports experimental design, data collection, and analysis of how the brain learns and develops cognitive skills.You will collaborate with principal investigators and senior researchers, recruit...

  • Research Assistant

    21 hours ago


    Upington, Northern Cape, South Africa Placements24 Full-time R 240,000 - R 320,000 Contract

    About the RoleOur client, a leading research institution in Upington, Northern Cape , is seeking a dedicated Research Assistant to support projects in Educational Psychology. This role is ideal for an individual with a strong academic background and a keen interest in research methodologies within the field of education. The assistant will be involved in...

  • Research Assistant

    1 day ago


    Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa Placements24 Full-time

    About the RoleOur client is seeking a diligent Research Assistant to support their advanced research projects in Molecular Biology in Stellenbosch. This role is integral to the success of our ongoing studies, providing essential technical support in the laboratory. You will assist senior scientists in designing and executing experiments, maintaining cell...