Website The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC)
The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) was established in 1969 with the aim to deliver on a mandate to promote the improvement of the health and the quality of life of the population of our country through research, development and technology transfer. The scope of the SAMRC’s research… read more includes basic laboratory investigations, clinical research and public health studies. Research at the SAMRC focuses on the ten highest causes of death in South Africa and includes TB, HIV, chronic diseases, alcohol and drug abuse, and women’s health. Our vision Building a healthy nation through research and innovation Our mission To improve the nation's health and quality of life through promoting and conducting relevant and responsive health research Francie van Zijl Drive Parowvallei, Cape; PO Box 19070 7505 Tygerberg, South Africa
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will provide technical support to research projects and laboratory activities, including:
Performing routine cell culture procedures and maintaining immortalised cell lines under BSL-1 and BSL-2 conditions.
Supporting research projects through cell-based assays and optimisation of routine endpoint assays using established protocols.
Preparing reagents, buffers, and laboratory solutions required for experimental work.
Maintaining accurate laboratory records, experimental documentation, and quality control data.
Ensuring the cell culture laboratories remain clean, organised, and compliant with GLP and laboratory safety regulations.
Assisting researchers and postgraduate students with technical laboratory procedures and experimental workflows.
Supporting the implementation of SOPs and routine laboratory quality assurance processes.
Requirements
Core requirements:
BSc or BTech in Molecular Biology, Biomedical Science or similar qualification
2 -3 years’ hands-on experience in cell culture and aseptic technique under BSL1 and 2 laboratory settings
Proficiency in molecular and culturing various primary and secondary cell lines
Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
Maintaining experimental records (lab book) with accuracy and working with protocols and SOP’s
Stock and reagent maintenance and logging
2-3 years’ experience in training staff and students in aseptic technique
Understanding of quality control processes within a laboratory setting
Proficient in MS Office for data recording and reporting.
2-3 years’ experience with basic cell culture end-point assay optimization and routine screening using established protocols
Advantages:
BSc (Hons) in Molecular Biology or related field
Experience with isolating and culturing primary cell cultures
Experience with techniques such as DNA, RNA extraction, qPCR, or ELISA
1 -2 years’ hands-on experience in under BSL2 laboratory settings
Experience of working in a GLP-accredited laboratory or similar environment
Closing Date:
17th June 2026
Apply via company website ( http://www.mrc.ac.za/ ) or
samrc.mcidirecthire.com
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