Stellenbosch University Vacancies Near Me – Laboratory Technologist

Job Description:

The University is committed to employment equity (EE), and appointments will be made in line with the EE plan for the specific environment as well as Stellenbosch University’s.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensuring site compliance with all laboratory-related regulatory procedures;
• Assisting with the processing, storage and transport of biological research samples (e.g. blood, sputum and urine) when required;
• Performing validation tests on HIV rapid testing, pregnancy tests, trichomonas and urinalyses;
• Monitoring and managing temperature and humidity control processes for storage of sensitive items;
• Compiling and performing version control of laboratory-related standard operating procedures (SOPs);
• Taking responsibility for the chain of custody for study samples until the results have been received;
• Conducting regular stocktaking and ensuring that sufficient materials be available for the required laboratory analyses at all times;
• Performing internal quality control of rapid test kits;
• Serving as primary contact person for any callouts regarding the laboratory;
• Helping to maintain laboratory equipment at the site;
• Capturing specimens on laboratory information management systems (LIMS);
• Serving as primary contact person for any callouts regarding biorepository freezer alarms;
• Performing external quality assurance;

Job Requirements:

• Excellent computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, and management of multiple files and folders;
• Experience with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) such as Laboratory Data Management Systems (LDMS) and REDCap;
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to function in a team;
• Awareness of the importance of accurate protocol implementation;
• A three-year tertiary qualification in biological, medical, health or life sciences;
• The willingness and availability to work flexible hours.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English;
• The ability to work autonomously;
• Good time management and planning skills;
• A flexible approach to problem-solving that is adaptable to a constantly changing environment, and the ability to show initiative;
• Experience in a research environment, especially of sample handling and of quality control and assurance;
• Effective organisational and administration skills;
• A valid driving license and own transport;
• Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) certification in a sciences area of expertise;
• Excellent investigative skills and attention to detail;

Job Details:

Company: Stellenbosch University

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Job Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

Application Deadline: N/A

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