Biotechnology Technician for skilled professionals at DUT
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    • Apr 8

Biotechnology Technician for skilled professionals at DUT

Technician

Durban University Of Technology

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

Permanent

Closing Date 15 April 2024


Job Details

Division Faculty of Applied Sciences

Business Unit Biotechnology & Food Technology

Minimum experience Entry Level

Company primary industry Education Management

Job functional area Education

Job Description


Minimum Requirements:

  • B Tech (Biotechnology) / BAppSc (Hons) Biotechnology or equivalent NQF qualification in Biology, Microbiology. Biochemistry or Bioinformatics

  • Laboratory experience in the fields of Microbiology, Biochemistry, Analytical Biochemistry, Industrial Biotechnology and Fermentation Technology

  • At least three years of technical experience of which at least 12 months should be at a recognized academic institution

  • Computer literate with experience using Microsoft Office, online teaching tools and data analysis

 


Additional Requirements:

  • Excellent laboratory skills

  • Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)

  • Ability to conduct relevant analytical procedures in accordance with recognised methods

  • Ability to remain motivated when conducting repetitive microbiology procedures

  • Strong analytical ability and ability to interpret results

  • Attention to detail when undertaking tasks

  • Organised and results-driven

  • Good communication and teamwork skills

  • Adaptable and shows initiative to develop further academically

  • Ability to independently conduct laboratory projects

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Additional Recommendations

  • Prior procurement experience will be beneficial

 


Job description/ summary of duties for Technician:

  • Conducting of practicals, ordering, receiving and controlling of stock

  • Involvement in consultancy work

  • Maintaining GLP in the laboratory

  • Interpreting results and generating accurate, analytical and microbiological reports according to specified methods and procedures

  • Keeping up to date with scientific and research developments in the biotechnology field

  • Preparing and updating of SOPs

  • Assisting with the execution of routine activities within the microbiology laboratory

  • Continuous improvement of methods and processes within the microbiology laboratory

  • Supervision of laboratory assistants and routine cleaning

  • Performing other duties within the bounds of the competency level of the post as prescribed by the HOD



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