Research Techinician (12-MONTH FIXED TERM) needed at University of Kwazulu Natal

• The HIV Pathogenesis Programme (HPP) has a Research Technician position available. The incumbent will be required to be highly motivated, meticulous and hard-working and be able to work independently. The incumbent will report to the Laboratory Manager / Researcher. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 

•  Relevant BSc degree in a biomedical field 
•  Minimum two year’s work experience in a biomedical research laboratory 
•  Experience working with human samples 
•  Experience with general molecular biology techniques, such as DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, cloning, sequencing, sequence analysis 
•  Experience with tissue culture techniques 
•  Good computer literacy (Microsoft Office) 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintenance of cell lines for experiments 
• Equipment maintenance 
• SOP review and writing 
• Assist with Health and Safety checks, and evacuation drills of the laboratory, as required 
• Training of postgraduate students and new technicians in laboratory techniques 
• General housekeeping and temperature monitoring of equipment 
• Must be prepared to work after hours and on weekends, when required. 
• Participate in the department’s various academic activities – journal club, research update, lab meetings, quality improvement meetings and audits, etc.