Medical Technologist, Virology jobs

Job Description

The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) strives to improve the nation’s health and quality of life by funding and conducting relevant and leading health research. It further aims to promote equity, career development and progression.

• To conduct laboratory duties at the HIDRU laboratories in compliance with local and international regulations i.e: SANAS, SA GCP, DAIDS Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP)
• Processing and management of samples during the pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical stages
• To provide accurate results within stipulated turnaround times
• Management of laboratory documentation at the onsite laboratory/central laboratory
• Adhere to the internal and external quality control and quality assurance programs.
• Management of onsite/central laboratory stock.
• Train, mentor and assess new laboratory staff.
• Perform validations, verifications, and proficiency/competency testing.
• Preparation of monthly reports.
• Preparation of the laboratory for audits. Participation in local and international audits.
• Be willing to work at all HIDRU site laboratories and other areas of laboratory as needed.
• Be willing to work on all HIDRU studies, including HIV and TB studies and studies linked to other infectious or non-infectious diseases.

Job Requirements

• National Diploma - Biomedical Technology or similar equivalent qualification or higher
• 1- year experience in a Clinical Pathology laboratory, post qualification
• Proof of current registration with the Health Professions Council of SA in Clinical Pathology, Independent Practice
• Willing to work outside normal working hours, i.e., afterhours and weekends.
• Be willing to work at different laboratories and locations withing HIDRU, as required.

Advantageous:

• Good Clinical Laboratory Practice [GCLP], International Air Transport Association (IATA) training
• Previous research/clinical trial experience
• A Code 8 driver’s license

A salary in the region of R 640 716 per annum, cost-to-company, will be negotiated in consideration of experience and qualifications.

Closing Date: 20 November 2026

Duration: One Year Contract