Research assistant - Genetics
This vacancy has been filled. Applications no longer accepted.
General Information
Language : English
Years of Experience : 2 plus
Closing Date : 31 December 2011
Function
Conducts experiments under the supervision of the Scientist/Post doctoral Fellow/or Technical Specialist. Operates on laboratory equipments. Document results of experiments in note books
Responsibilities
- Maintain adequate supplies and reagents needed for research experiments
- Document deliveries on appropriate records and adequately store them
- Assemble and prepare laboratory supplies under the direction of the supervising personnel
- Conduct experiments and assays and different molecular laboratory techniques
- Operates and calibrates different laboratory equipments
- Reports experimental results to researchers
- Maintain accurate, detailed records of laboratory experiments
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Required Skills and Expertise:
Education
Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in life sciences
Experience and qualifications
Minimum of 2 year of experience in molecular laboratory with post Bachelor’s degree. Experience PCR, molecular techniques in DNA/RNA extraction and electrophoresis is preferable.
Other Comments:
2 vacancies; To be appointed by 3rd quarter, 2011