UCT Vacancy – Laboratory Technologist

Job Description:

The Laboratory Technologist in the Division of Immunology will work with other members of the laboratory team under the supervision of the lab manager and or academic team leader. The Technologist is required to perform laboratory procedures with an emphasis on processing and cryopreservation of biological specimens and performing related assays in support of the scientific goals of the research. He or she should adhere to good laboratory practice regulations in BSL2 laboratories and perform day-to-day general laboratory housekeeping.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare laboratory packs for sample collection
• Performs laboratory techniques related to clinical studies as required.
  • Peripheral blood lymphocyte isolation and cryopreservation
  • Multiparameter flow cytometry
  • Preparation of mucosal and other tissue
  • Isolation of cord blood cells
  • Setting and analyzing Flow cytometry, Luminex and ELISA-based assays
  • RNA and DNA isolation and storage
  • PCR/qPCR, library preparation and other basic molecular methods
• Receive, verify and ensure quality of all laboratory specimens.
• Ensures appropriate storage and preservation of laboratory specimens.
• Practices safe lab techniques and adheres to lab safety procedures.
• Maintains excellent notes and data storage and collection.
• Maintain operational processes to receive and process blood and tissue samples.
• Good communication skills
• Maintain stock take and inventory, Ordering reagents etc…
• Interact with the clinic staff on a daily basis.
• Maintaining the lab information system (Sample Log in Freezerworks)
• Have Good problem-solving skills, Good computer skills, Good report writing skills
• Participate in SOP management, writing of SOPs
• Accurate retrieval of samples from freezers
• Ensure proper maintenance and safekeeping of certain equipment, by adhering to specified servicing and maintenance requirements
• Entry and quality control of study-related data

Job Requirements:

• National Diploma, BTech/ Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences or related life sciences field
• At least 2- 3 years’ laboratory experience
• Analytical, Laboratory techniques,
• Interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Excellent organizational Skills
• Scientific and technical Knowledge
• Clinical Research Sample Reception, quality control and process

Job Details:

Company: University of Cape Town

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location: Cape Town

Application Deadline: N/A

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