Some responsibilities may include:

• Conduct simple and complex test independently.
• Verification of results independently and interpret data against known sources of information.
• Improve laboratory efficiency.
• Ensuring adherence to departmental TAT’s and early warnings to direct supervisor of any delay on TAT.
• Cleaning and disinfection of equipment.
• Responsible for upkeep of laboratory instrument and notification to management of calibration and service requests.
• Ensure that all analysis and related tasks are performance in accordance with OHS and Quality Assurance Policies and Procedures.
• Implementation of quality TAT corrective actions for area of responsibility.
• Maintaining acceptable proficiency scores for work conducted.
• Ensure correct stock levels are maintained effectively for testing.
• Managing consumable costs.
• Timely completion of all reporting requirements and responses to any team member as required.
• Other duties as assigned by the company within the Employee’s scope of work.

Requirements

• National Diploma in Biotechnology or BSC Degree in Microbiology.
• 1-2 years’ experience in microbiology laboratory.
• Preference will be given to employment equity candidates.