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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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Laboratory Assistant: Cellular Therapy Laboratory

Listing reference: sanbs_002683

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 5 March 2025

Position summary

Job category: Medical Research and Laboratory Sciences

Location: Roodepoort

Contract: Permanent

Business Unit: Constantia Kloof

Remuneration: R 227,484.00

EE position: Yes

Introduction

To assist in the smooth and efficient running of the department by performing administrative, operational, quality, safety, and data capturing functions.

Key Performance Areas (KPA)

1. Administrative Duties
   1. Perform data capture of patient and donor information on internal and external databases.
   2. Prepare billing documentation and enterprise scan and load them onto the content server for the Finance department.
   3. Prepare patient files and documents for checking, signature, and dispatch.
   4. Maintain an efficient filing system such as stock control, equipment, maintenance, repairs, orders (shopping carts, purchase orders, invoices, and proof of payment as appropriate) and stores files.
   5. Print certificates of analysis for reagents and consumables received in the laboratory.
   6. Print freezer graphs and patient test results for filing.
   7. Create shopping carts on SAP.
   8. Follow up on outstanding items and orders in a timely fashion.
   9. Book travel-associated requirements on the travel service provider site.
   10. Conduct stock take of the laboratory consumables and generate reservations on SAP.
   11. Communicate with Stores with regard to reservations.
   12. Maintain an adequate stock of all supplies needed in the laboratory.
   13. Prepare documents to be archived according to SOP.
   14. Retrieve archived documents and files as and when required.
   15. Communicate with the Finance Department with regard to all billing enquiries.
   16. Prepare minutes of laboratory meetings as and when required.
   17. Communicate with external service providers with regard to problems experienced.
   18. Follow up on incomplete requisitions with physicians or transplant coordinators.
   19. Dispatch samples for testing by both internal and external stakeholders.
   20. Attend to liquid nitrogen suppliers for deliveries.
   21. Send out flow cytometry reports to the correct clinical facilities and clinicians.
   22. Internal receipt and delivery of samples as and when required.
   23. Update stem cell calendar as and when requests for re-infusions are received.
   24. Dispatch samples and or consumables upon request.
   25. Handle laboratory work-related telephonic enquiries.
   26. Interact professionally and courteously with internal and external stakeholders.
2. Operational Duties
   1. Prepare stem cell hampers for out-of-zone stem cell collections.
   2. Ensure temperature monitoring for all lab equipment is accurate.
   3. Coordinate the booking of eye serum donations with donor centers.
   4. Receive and process eye serum both electronically and physically, including spinning and labelling after bottling.
   5. Update stem cell calendar with all appropriate information as and when received from registries and clinical facilities.
   6. Dispatch samples and/or consumables upon request.
   7. Handle laboratory work-related telephonic enquiries.
   8. Receive and pack all received stock.
   9. Discard expired reagents and report on wastage and low stock levels.
   10. Routine cleaning, inventory, and management of fridges and freezers.
   11. Attend and provide feedback at scheduled meetings.
   12. Perform other reasonable job-related duties upon request.
3. SHEQ Duties
   1. Compliance to safety policies and procedures.
   2. Compliance to policies and procedures to ensure that accreditation requirements are implemented and maintained.
   3. Identify systems non-conformances and elevate problems and/or solutions to the Head: Cellular Therapy Laboratory.
   4. Assist with the preparation and monitoring of a scheduled maintenance and calibration program for the laboratory.
   5. Prepare plant maintenance requests for equipment maintenance and calibration.
   6. Coordinate with external vendors for scheduled services.
   7. Assist with the preparation, tracking, and traceability of healthcare risk waste when required.
   8. Report all incidents or near-misses.
   9. Perform daily temperature checks and print monthly monitoring graphs.
   10. Cleaning of laboratory work areas and benches.
   11. Assist manager/s and other stakeholders in problem-solving and troubleshooting for non-conformances and incidents.
   12. Perform reasonable job-related requests.
4. Waste Disposal Duties
   1. Dispose of waste according to the standard operating procedure.
   2. Order, receive and store all stock required from Waste Disposal providers.
   3. Attach traceability labels and scan containers into stock using the relevant laboratory information system.
   4. Capture waste information electronically using the appropriate system.
   5. Complete the changeover/rotation of waste bins/buckets/wheelie bins according to the waste management policy when required, but at least once a week.
   6. Complete waste traceability documentation, including but not limited to: recording of waste tracking documentation, preparing dangerous goods documentation etc.
   7. Collect and place waste containers in the designated area.

Minimum Requirements

1. Matric/Grade 12
2. HPCSA Registered Laboratory Assistant
3. Computer literacy in Microsoft Office.
4. SAP and/or Meditech experience preferable

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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
• Relevant qualifications will be an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience
• 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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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain a clean and safe working environment. Report hazardous chemical spillages, malfunctioning instruments and any deviation from the cleaning procedure to the Laboratory Analyst and Manager. Maintain adequate stock levels by placing orders for cleaning materials. Prepare sample filters to be ready for filtering water samples. Move and lift furniture and equipment. Adhere to all relevant safely procedures as stipulated by the Company and OHS policy including the requirements of the ISO 17025 standard

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Essential qualifications and experience:

• Grade 12 (NQF 4) with Maths and Science
• 1 year experience

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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 more interconnected world.

Job Description

The Laboratory Manager has overall responsibility for the operation and all the functions associated with the Laboratory. Accountabilities include the effectiveness and efficiencies of the laboratory and overall quality. The Laboratory Manager has overall accountability for maintaining laboratory compliance to ISO/IEC 17025 and delivers results to meet both the customers and the regulatory requirements.

• Promotes and Monitors all aspects of Health and Safety in the workplace.
• Promotes the highest level of quality and ensures that the QMS is part of the day to day operation with all policies and procedures followed as documented.
• Communication with all staff and other management.
• Responsible to provide technical support or direction for customer services and external clients.
• Ensure compliance to all analysis standards.
• Adhere to all aspects of SGS policies, procedures and Management and Quality Management system.
• Assisting in budgeting process for specific projects and new service development.
• Added value
  • Development and implementation of operational tools and guidelines.
  • Methodology/Procedures.
• In-house Laboratory Training.
• Liability protection (e.g. integrity of all correspondence and reports).
• Ensure effective use of communication tools.
• Assist in resolving technical situations of unusual complexity or sensitivity and quick action taken to resolve such issues.
• Ensures consistency and accuracy of policies, quotations and procedures and strategic planning; evaluating activities to recommend changes in processes, regulations and other programs and procedures to improve customer service, review and edit documents to ensure compliance with regulatory and company requirements.
• Responsible for the direction of laboratory staff and program activities.
• Ensure Environmental policies are being kept and followed.
• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.
• Manage and maintain the accredited Quality Managements System in accordance with ISO 17025.
• Provides supervision and leadership to staff
• Authorized to evaluate and report all analytical results.
• Any person has the right to refuse to perform work that may damage the environment in an imminent and serious way and to report such a situation. The employee has the responsibility to protect the environment as well.
• Cease the use of any equipment that may be deemed to constitute a safety hazard or entry to hazardous environments without the necessary knowledge and protection, and take action to address the hazard.
• Cease to carry on with work that may affect the quality (integrity) of services and take action to address the issue.
• Initiate a formal improvement request when a deviation of the system occurs, possible improvements are identified or when nonconformity is identified.

Qualifications

Education

• BSc Chemistry or equivalent
• Extensive laboratory experience in a mining environment
• Strong organisational, verbal and written communication skills are required

Experience

• 5 Year supervision at management level in a geochemical field.
• Extensive experience with laboratory operations
• Demonstrated interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Must have a good working knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025.
• Must be self-motivated, able to multi-task and possesses good verbal and written communication.
• Must have previous management experience and can create a work environment that fosters a team approach
• Acts quickly and decisively; able to make tough calls
• Able to coordinate and motivate a team towards a common goal
• Able to work independently and to coordinate several activities simultaneously
• Is innovative with a systematic approach for problem solving

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