Support the KRISP laboratory with conducting research and diagnostic tests to meet project deadlines and allocated turnaround times.

Minimum Requirements:

·       B. Tech in Microbiology / virology or equivalent tertiary qualification

·       Two years of working experience in molecular techniques such as extraction, PCR and sequencing

·       HPCSA-registration as a Medical Scientist or Medical Technologist (Virology)

·       Experience with ISO15189 accreditation

 Essential requirements:

·       Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team

·       Excellent written and verbal communication skills

·       Highly organized and detail orientated

·       Good laboratory practice

 Requests for job profile to can be directed to Mr Muzikayise Ntuli on email  NtuliM@ukzn.ac.za   

The University reserves the right to extend the closing date in order to facilitate further searches or not to make any appointment. It is compulsory for all applicants to complete and submit the relevant Application form: Support, which is available by clicking the following link: https://hr.ukzn.ac.za/forms/, when applying for this post.  

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