Laboratory Technician

Recruiter:

University of Cape Town Lung Institute

Job Ref:

CPT000028/SG

Date posted:

Friday, December 20, 2024

Location:

Capetown, South Africa

SUMMARY:
The Allergy and Immunology Unit (AIU), based at the University of Cape Town Lung Institute, requires applications for a LABORATORY TECHNICIAN* on a Fixed Term Contract.

The Allergy and Immunology Unit was established in 2000 to provide state of the art clinical and laboratory services for the diagnosis and management of allergic and immune-based diseased, with a mission to transform lives of patients through innovate science and compassionate care.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum Requirements:

National Diploma in Biomedical Technology or Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or Medical Technical Certificate
Proven laboratory experience (1-2year), particularly in molecular biology, immunology, or related techniques.
Experience with human samples handling, ELISA techniques and cell culture (desirable)
Ability to work according to standard procedure protocols
Computer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook and Internet; Data Management Systems advantageous)
Knowledge of medical terminology (especially TB/HIV/COVID-19)
Proactive, with the ability to self-manage
Excellent organisational and detailing skills

The following will be advantageous:

Good Clinical Practice Certification
HPCSA registration
Proficiency in managing biorepositories
Keen interest in Research (particularly Allergy, Immunology and Dermatology)

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

Assisting with logistics regarding appropriate collection, transport and storage of specimens
Ensuring appropriate processing of specimens in the laboratories
Performing relevant scientific experiments in line with needs of specific research projects.
Maintaining study specific laboratory working files with all the relevant documentation
Ensuring good Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Ordering laboratory supplies, as needed
Keeping detailed and accurate records of laboratory activities
Compile monthly reports on diagnostic tests run in the laboratory

Additional Information:

12-month Fixed Term Contract
Working hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Position will be based at Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

The University of Cape Town Lung Institute is committed to equity in our employment practices and reserves the right not to appoint.
The selection process will be guided by the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the University of Cape Town Lung Institute (Pty) Ltd.

*Please Note: This Position is not on UCT Conditions of Service.

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