ukzn.ac.za Research Laboratory Technician : Health University of KwaZulu-Natal
Company Name : Health of the University of KwaZulu-Natal
Job Title : Research Laboratory Technician
Ref.No: DUR/RESLABTECH/015/2017/MAY
Closing Date : 18 May 2017.
Position : Market Related
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Website : https://ukzn.ac.za/
Research Laboratory Technician :
** The Africa Centre for Population Health of the University of KwaZulu-Natal has merged with the KwaZulu-Natal Research Institute for TB-HIV (K-RITH) to form the Africa Health Research Institute (AHRI) one of South Africa’s largest independent research institutes.
Related / Similar Post :
** The unification of these local institutes brings together the basic science research of K-RITH and the population based surveillance and health intervention of the Africa Centre into a new interdisciplinary research institute
Brief overview of the position :
** Prof. Thumbi Ndung’u’s laboratory at the Africa Health Research Institute (AHRI) is looking for a motivated Research Laboratory Technician to work in a basic research laboratory focusing on immunology and virology of HIV infection in the BSL2 and BSL3 laboratory.
** She/he will focus primarily on flow cytometry, cell sorting and tissue culture. Other techniques may include molecular techniques such as PCR, molecular cloning, qPCR and quantitative immunoassay measurements such as ELISA and Luminex assays.
** Previous experience in these techniques will be an advantage.
** The work will be part of ongoing collaborative studies on HIV and TB immunopathogenesis between the HIV Pathogenesis Programme of the University of KwaZulu-Natal, the Ragon Institute (United States) and the Africa Health Research Institute (AHRI)
** Individuals with a strong scientific commitment who are willing to learn and develop state of the laboratory techniques are encouraged to apply.
** The individual will also have some responsibility in general laboratory upkeep and helping with other lab research projects as needed.
** The successful candidate will be based in Durban
Minimum Qualifications :
1. BSc/Hons in molecular biology, virology, immunology or equivalent in related field
Minimum Experience :
1. 1 – 3 years research laboratory experience
2. Research experience immunology techniques, in particular flow cytometry
3. High level of computer literacy
Desirable attributes :
1. Committed to research
2. SA Citizen or SA Resident with current work permit
3. Must be able to work with minimum supervision
4. Able to travel overseas for training
Remuneration :
** The remuneration package for this position is market related and will depend on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.
Application Format :
** Please note that applications for employment are only received on the official application form which may be accessed by clicking here or by request via email, telephone or in person.
** Applicants are required to email their detailed application to recruitment AT ahri.org together with certified copies of qualification certificates.
** The post reference number must be indicated in the subject line of the email.
** Telephonic enquiries pertaining to this post may be directed to the HR Department at 031 260 1397.
** Only those candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered.
** AHRI is fully compliant with South African labour law and is committed to employment equity.
** This position is open to South African applicants and valid work permit holders.
Application Closing Date :
** The closing date for receipt of applications is 18 May 2017.
** AHRI reserves the right in special circumstances to accept late applications or to extend the above date to facilitate further searches.
** Furthermore, AHRI reserves the right not to make an appointment.
** Please consider your application unsuccessful if you have not been contacted within 4 weeks of the closing date.