20 Lab Support jobs in South Africa

Salary : 26942 to 27644 with progression to 29179 per annum (pro rata)

Newcastle University is a great place to work with excellent benefits. We have a generous holiday package; plus the opportunity to buy more great pension schemes and a number of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Closing Date : 07 August 2025

The Role

Are you an experienced administrator with a strong eye for detail excellent organisational skills and experience working with financial data

We are seeking an enthusiastic administrator with great communication and problem solving skills to join our research and finance team where you will help to support our innovative and world-leading research agenda.

As part of the research and finance team you will work closely with academic and professional services colleagues across the School of History Classics and Archaeology and also Arts and Cultures and the University to play a key role in supporting research applications and awards.

You will work with academic colleagues to help cost applications ensuring that these costs meet the funders eligibility requirements and University policy. A good ability to read digest and communicate complex policy and procedures is therefore required.

Once research applications have been awarded you support the financial management of the projects including advising on budgets reconciling spend on accounts and using University systems to facilitate purchasing. Experience working with financial or numerical data is needed along with good Excel skills.

We are looking for someone who is a good team player with excellent interpersonal skills as this work involves liaison with different stakeholders within and outside the University. A positive can do attitude and a flexible and helpful approach is essential.

This position is part time 0.5FTE (18.5 hrs per week) and we are willing to discuss preferred work patterns. We operate a blended working approach with at least half of your time spend on campus in our shared office space.

If you would like to discuss this role please contact Lottie Garrett School Manager

Key Accountabilities

• Act as the first point of contact for research support services as allocated by the School Research Manager HCA
• Provide advice and guidance to academic colleagues on costing and planning research proposals conferences networks fieldwork and other activities in line with University and funder rules ensuring that correct procedures are followed and maximum recovery of costs is achieved
• Support academic colleagues with the application process and account set-up of research awards. This includes liaising with; Grants and Contracts Contract Financial Management the funder and project partners and to compile and complete appropriate project documentation e.g. application forms
• Provide project financial management for research accounts including budget management regular reporting and advising the academic project lead and Professional Service managers on forecasted over / under spending
• Liaise with Grants and Contracts and Contract Financial Management as necessary through to project closedown and working across university services to help resolve issues
• Oversee / undertake transactions such as travel bookings purchasing sales expenses checks and payments as required ensuring accurate records are maintained for audit and reporting purposes in compliance with relevant legislation
• Devise and maintain efficient administrative systems to ensure effective record keeping budgetary management and the smooth running of projects
• Be responsible for the administration of the Schools External and Internal Quality Assurance processes under the direction of the Directors of Research
• Be responsible for ensuring that the school web presence is kept up to date with information about research projects seminars conferences and other activities and to act as a central point for the coordination of school faculty and University research news items
• Any other duties within the scope and general nature of the grade which may be required from time to time including deputising for other members of the School research and finance team during busy periods and absences

The Person

Knowledge Skills and Experience

Experience of working to a high standard within a financial / administrative role that is relevant to this post

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to forge good working relationships influence and persuade

Strong written and oral communication skills and ability to proof-read own work and that of colleagues

Ability to understand interpret and explain complicated policies and regulations both orally and in writing to a wide range of audiences

Proven ability to work accurately and quickly and to organise and prioritise work against many tight deadlines

Experience of working with financial data including the ability to monitor budgets and forecast of expenditure (or comparable experience with numerical data and the ability to apply this to budgets)

Ability to draw inferences from financial data and to explain conclusions effectively to non-financial experts (academic and administrative staff)

High level of knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office programs including Excel

Attributes and Behaviour

Ability to work on own initiative with minimum supervision and as an active and communicative member of a team

Excellent problem solving skills

Works continually towards achieving success through understanding and meeting or exceeding the expectations of the area the University students colleagues and other stakeholders

Qualifications

Educated to A Level standard (or equivalent) or significant workplace experience

Newcastle University is a global University where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As a University of Sanctuary we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.

We are committed to being a fully inclusive university which actively recruits supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate support and thrive on the contributions of all of our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams we believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of our university and student population.

At Newcastle University we hold a silverAthena Swan award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. We also hold a Race Equality Charter Bronze award in recognition of our work towards tackling race inequality in higher education REC. We are a Disability Confident employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role as part of the offer and interview scheme.

In addition we are a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.

Requisition ID : 28293

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Part-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 26942 - 27644

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Location: Remote

Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

We’re hiring a Remote Administrative Assistant to support clients with research, documentation, and operational tasks. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on structure, organization, and behind-the-scenes problem-solving. You'll play a key role in helping professionals and teams stay efficient and informed across a variety of day-to-day needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct online research and prepare summaries, briefs, or comparison documents
• Organize digital files, maintain records, and update internal databases
• Assist with data entry, reporting, and internal documentation
• Support task tracking and documentation within project management tools
• Help coordinate logistics, such as travel research and vendor communication
• Prepare slide decks and assist with presentations when needed
  
  

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in administrative, operations, or virtual assistant roles
• Strong research, writing, and documentation skills
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, spreadsheets, and cloud-based systems
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to stay organized across multiple tasks
• Self-motivated, reliable, and process-oriented with strong follow-through
  
  

Why This Role

• Work remotely with flexible hours
• Support a variety of clients and industries
• Contribute to meaningful work while building long-term operational value
• Ideal for those who enjoy independent work and improving systems behind the scenes
  
  

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Location: RemoteType: Full-Time or Part-TimeWe’re hiring a Remote Administrative Assistant to support clients with research, documentation, and operational tasks. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on structure, organization, and behind-the-scenes problem-solving. You'll play a key role in helping professionals and teams stay efficient and informed across a variety of day-to-day needs.ResponsibilitiesConduct online research and prepare summaries, briefs, or comparison documents Organize digital files, maintain records, and update internal databases Assist with data entry, reporting, and internal documentation Support task tracking and documentation within project management tools Help coordinate logistics, such as travel research and vendor communication Prepare slide decks and assist with presentations when needed Qualifications2+ years of experience in administrative, operations, or virtual assistant roles Strong research, writing, and documentation skills Proficiency in Google Workspace, spreadsheets, and cloud-based systems Excellent attention to detail and ability to stay organized across multiple tasks Self-motivated, reliable, and process-oriented with strong follow-through Why This RoleWork remotely with flexible hours Support a variety of clients and industries Contribute to meaningful work while building long-term operational value Ideal for those who enjoy independent work and improving systems behind the scenes #J-18808-Ljbffr

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 97,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and interconnected world.

Job Description

• Perform the (weighing, fluxing, fusion, cupelling and dissolution of prills) exactly as per relevant Competence Modules set (Weighing in Geochem Fire Assay, Fluxing in Geochem Fire Assay, Fusion, Cupellation, Digestion of Ag and Pd prills)
• Punctuality at all times.
• Ensure customer requirements are achieved with regard to the turnaround time commitments. Report daily production figures to Team Leader/Supervisor, and also bona fide explanations for targets not met.
• Assist in the investigation of any irregularities/non conformances within the Fire Assay process including the Improvement Requests and Client’s Complaints.
• Follow Team Leaders/Supervisors clear detailed instructions and demonstrate flexibility in executing the duties.
• Must have the basic understanding of the LIMS system.
• Must comply and conform to the Quality Management System (ISO17025 and SANAS).
• Assist with the profiling of jobs scheduled for the day, night & weekend shifts.
• Assist with the maintenance of the laboratory instruments and apparatus.
• Must be willing to work overtime/flexible hours when necessary.
• Assist in the co-ordination and supervising of the production team.
• Assist in the completion of Production report.
• Assist in ensuring that required stock levels for Laboratory are maintained.
• Assist in the monthly stock counts within the department.
• Standing in for Team Leader during his absence when required due to meetings, trainings, sick leave & annual leave.
• Adhere to all quality requirements of the SGS management system.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.

Qualifications

Education

• Matric

Experience

• Experience in Fire Assay laboratory will be an advantage.
• Knowledge of Laboratory Quality Management system will be an advantage
• Ability to strictly follow and understand instructions
• Ability to communicate (both written and verbal) fluently in the English language
• Knowledge of Laboratory Quality Management system
• Matric literacy and numeracy skills
• Ability to work well in a team situation towards achieving common departmental goals
• Ability to work 24/7 shift patterns
• Ability to work at multiple work stations when required
• Ability to work systematically at all and maintain work and workflow traceability at all times

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Overview

This position is in an NIH-funded lab within the Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology that investigates antibiotic resistance and vaccine development for pathogenic bacteria. This position provides laboratory support for work in bacterial culture, molecular biology, protein purification and immunological assays. Animal work (mice) is also expected. For further details, please see our lab website at

Responsibilities

• Perform routine procedures in bacterial culture; molecular biology (e.g., DNA and RNA purification, PCR); clone, produce and analyze recombinant polypeptides; and immunological assays (e.g., ELISA); work with live animals (mice).
• Maintain laboratory and lab supply inventory, and monitor equipment for maintenance
• Record experimental steps, data, and results.
• Train students and part-time lab assistants in some of the lab procedures
• Abide by established lab standards for communication, documentation, organization, and teamwork.

Qualifications

Education requirement: A., B.S., or M.S.

Technical/computer skills: Proficiency in MS Excel

Prior experience: One year (or more) of relevant laboratory experience is preferred.

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Assist in inspection and testing of materials and products to ensure adherence to established standards of strength, quality and efficacy.

Assist in operating test equipment

Responsibilities:

Quality Assurance

·Assist QC Technician in the day to day running of the Quality Control Department

Quality Control

·Inspection/sampling/testing of all incoming goods (bulk, finished, packaging)

·Test all incoming product (bulk, packed, components) except where facilities are not

available and product must be sent to outside agency

·Assist in the submission of samples to third party labs for testing.

·Assist with in-house audits

·Ensure status labelling of all products and materials

·Complete release/testing documentation for Bulk Warehouse for Re-packing or for

Finished Product Warehouse for Distribution

·Liaise with Finish Product Warehouse for re-work (where applicable)

·Check Bulk Products prior to testing

·Ensure batch documentation is collated and correctly filed

·Ensure maintenance/servicing of Laboratory equipment/facilities

·Routinely check released product for compliance to GWP in the Warehouse

·Comply with requirements of the companys International and various Regulatory authorities

§Regarding Quality Control Methods, Standard

§Operating Procedures and Works Instructions

·Ensure periodic review and documented quality control inspections of the Finished/bulk

goods Warehouse and Laboratory

·Effectively communicate and document all major quality problems to QC Technician to

·Support and make recommendations to improve company policies and procedures.

·Ensure cleanliness of all controlled areas (Reject cage, sampling booth, retention store)

Legal

·Ensure that acceptable safety practices are followed in the laboratory

·Comply with company/warehouse and laboratory safety requirements

·Comply with statutory and legal requirements in terms of storage and disposal of

materials and products.

·Ensure that correct type/number retention samples are kept

Assist in inspection and testing of materials and products to ensure adherence to established standards of strength, quality and efficacy.

Assist in operating test equipment

Responsibilities:

Quality Assurance

·Assist QC Technician in the day to day running of the Quality Control Department

Quality Control

·Inspection/sampling/testing of all incoming goods (bulk, finished, packaging)

·Test all incoming product (bulk, packed, components) except where facilities are not

available and product must be sent to outside agency

·Assist in the submission of samples to third party labs for testing.

·Report on product defects/non-conformances

·Assist with in-house audits

·Ensure status labelling of all products and materials

·Complete release/testing documentation for Bulk Warehouse for Re-packing or for

Finished Product Warehouse for Distribution

·Liaise with Finish Product Warehouse for re-work (where applicable)

·Managing Packaging Components

·Check Bulk Products prior to testing

·Ensure batch documentation is collated and correctly filed

·Ensure maintenance/servicing of Laboratory equipment/facilities

·Routinely check released product for compliance to GWP in the Warehouse

·Comply with requirements of the companys International and various Regulatory authorities

§Regarding Quality Control Methods, Standard

§Operating Procedures and Works Instructions

·Ensure periodic review and documented quality control inspections of the Finished/bulk

goods Warehouse and Laboratory

·Effectively communicate and document all major quality problems to QC Technician to

ensure closure on resolution.

·Support and make recommendations to improve company policies and procedures.

·Ensure cleanliness of all controlled areas (Reject cage, sampling booth, retention store)

Legal

·Ensure that acceptable safety practices are followed in the laboratory

·Comply with company/warehouse and laboratory safety requirements

·Comply with statutory and legal requirements in terms of storage and disposal of

materials and products.

·Ensure that correct type/number retention samples are kept

Requirements

Technical Skills

·Minimum Grade 12 qualification

·Experience in a suitable laboratory facility

·English (both written and verbal)

·Fork lift license an advantage

Behavioral Skills

·Good communication skills

·Problem solving

·Ability to in a team

·Strong analytical skills

·Time management, planning, organization and prioritization skills

Seniority level

• Seniority level Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type Full-time

Job function

• Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries Business Consulting and Services

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Assist in the analysis of experimental data and the preparation of reports.
Material Testing: br>Conduct basic material testing according to established procedures.
Operate testing equipment and record results accurately.
Assist in the interpretation of test results and report findings to engineers.
Other Duties:
Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation.
Contribute to the development of new laboratory procedures and protocols.

Assist in the analysis of experimental data and the preparation of reports.
Material Testing:
Conduct basic material testing according to established procedures.
Operate testing equipment and record results accurately.
Assist in the interpretation of test results and report findings to engineers.
Other Duties:
Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation.
Contribute to the development of new laboratory procedures and protocols.

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Assist in operating test equipment Responsibilities: Quality Assurance ·Assist QC Technician in the day to day running of the Quality Control Department Quality Control ·Inspection/sampling/testing of all incoming goods (bulk, finished, packaging) ·Test all incoming product (bulk, packed, components) except where facilities are not available and product must be sent to outside agency ·Assist in the submission of samples to third party labs for testing. ·Assist with in-house audits ·Ensure status labelling of all products and materials ·Complete release/testing documentation for Bulk Warehouse for Re-packing or for Finished Product Warehouse for Distribution ·Liaise with Finish Product Warehouse for re-work (where applicable) ·Check Bulk Products prior to testing ·Ensure batch documentation is collated and correctly filed ·Ensure maintenance/servicing of Laboratory equipment/facilities ·Routinely check released product for compliance to GWP in the Warehouse ·Comply with requirements of the companys International and various Regulatory authorities §Regarding Quality Control Methods, Standard §Operating Procedures and Works Instructions ·Ensure periodic review and documented quality control inspections of the Finished/bulk goods Warehouse and Laboratory ·Effectively communicate and document all major quality problems to QC Technician to ·Support and make recommendations to improve company policies and procedures. ·Ensure cleanliness of all controlled areas (Reject cage, sampling booth, retention store) Legal ·Ensure that acceptable safety practices are followed in the laboratory ·Comply with company/warehouse and laboratory safety requirements ·Comply with statutory and legal requirements in terms of storage and disposal of materials and products. ·Ensure that correct type/number retention samples are kept Assist in inspection and testing of materials and products to ensure adherence to established standards of strength, quality and efficacy. Assist in operating test equipment Responsibilities: Quality Assurance ·Assist QC Technician in the day to day running of the Quality Control Department Quality Control ·Inspection/sampling/testing of all incoming goods (bulk, finished, packaging) ·Test all incoming product (bulk, packed, components) except where facilities are not available and product must be sent to outside agency ·Assist in the submission of samples to third party labs for testing. ·Report on product defects/non-conformances ·Assist with in-house audits ·Ensure status labelling of all products and materials ·Complete release/testing documentation for Bulk Warehouse for Re-packing or for Finished Product Warehouse for Distribution ·Liaise with Finish Product Warehouse for re-work (where applicable) ·Managing Packaging Components ·Check Bulk Products prior to testing ·Ensure batch documentation is collated and correctly filed ·Ensure maintenance/servicing of Laboratory equipment/facilities ·Routinely check released product for compliance to GWP in the Warehouse ·Comply with requirements of the companys International and various Regulatory authorities §Regarding Quality Control Methods, Standard §Operating Procedures and Works Instructions ·Ensure periodic review and documented quality control inspections of the Finished/bulk goods Warehouse and Laboratory ·Effectively communicate and document all major quality problems to QC Technician to ensure closure on resolution. ·Support and make recommendations to improve company policies and procedures. ·Ensure cleanliness of all controlled areas (Reject cage, sampling booth, retention store) Legal ·Ensure that acceptable safety practices are followed in the laboratory ·Comply with company/warehouse and laboratory safety requirements ·Comply with statutory and legal requirements in terms of storage and disposal of materials and products. ·Ensure that correct type/number retention samples are kept RequirementsTechnical Skills ·Minimum Grade 12 qualification ·Experience in a suitable laboratory facility ·English (both written and verbal) ·Fork lift license an advantage Behavioral Skills ·Good communication skills ·Problem solving ·Ability to in a team ·Strong analytical skills ·Time management, planning, organization and prioritization skills Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industries Business Consulting and Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Korakhoa Solutions (HR Services) by 2x Get notified about new Laboratory Assistant jobs in Brakpan, Gauteng, South Africa . 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