biology jobs in Gauteng

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The overall responsibility of the successful candidate will be to perform Laboratory analyses and sample preparation for the Microbiology Laboratory, Biology Section.

Minimum Requirements

• NQF 6: National Diploma in Biology/Biotechnology/Microbiology.
• Registration as a Candidate Natural Scientist.
• One-year analytical laboratory experience in water microbiology testing.
• Working Knowledge of ISO 17025 as required in test laboratories.
• Knowledge of water microbiology and good laboratory practice (GLP).
• Adept at biological techniques.

Primary Duties

• Performing routine and non-routine analytical analysis on samples received.
• The documentation and checking of results on the identified databases.
• Performance of, and documentation of, all quality control checks of identified analytical tests.
• Checking, identification, documentation and reporting of non-conforming results.
• Undertaking and documentation of maintenance of equipment, instrumentation, biological cultures and test kits and ensure that they are correctly maintained.
• Preparation of media, chemicals, reagents and samples received, for the area of work.
• The adherence to SHE practices and good housekeeping principles in the area of work.

Knowledge

• Sound theoretical knowledge of water Microbiology.
• Sound knowledge microbiological analyses, water sampling and laboratory practices.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025.
• Understanding of quality and SHERQ procedures.

Skills

• Skilled in the application of general microbiology methodologies and related instrument techniques.
• Effective report writing and verbal communication skills
• Application of Excel to statistically evaluate data.
• Computer literacy in Word Processing and Spreadsheet applications
• Ability to prioritise, organise and plan
• Ability to perform the basic functions on the Information Management System (LIMS)

Attitude

• Self-motivated quality and output driven person who can handle pressure and routine work.
• Ability to interact with staff and customers.
• Team worker but can work independently.
• Conscientious and pays attention to detail.
• Willingness to work after hours, weekends and public holidays.