Lab Assistant - Johannesburg

Requirements:

• • Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or a related field
• • Prior experience working in a laboratory environment, specifically with experience performing basic lab techniques (such as pipetting, weighing chemicals, conducting assays, etc.)
• • Strong attention to detail
• • Good organizational skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• • Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• • Familiarity with laboratory safety and the ability to follow established protocols
• • Must be able to work independently after receiving initial guidance and training
• • Basic proficiency in using computers, including software applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• • Flexibility to work weekends or holidays as required

Responsibilities:

• • Assist with laboratory experiments by preparing reagents, making solutions, and performing routine lab procedures under the supervision of senior lab personnel.
• • Maintaining lab equipment, including cleaning, performing regular maintenance and calibration, and logging repair or maintenance needs.
• • Organize lab supplies and reagents, ensuring that stocks are well-maintained, properly labeled, and easily accessible.
• • Ensure adherence to established lab protocols and safety standards, including proper disposal of hazardous waste and maintaining suitable levels of cleanliness in the lab.
• • Collaborate effectively with senior lab personnel and researchers to support experimental design, execution, and interpretation.
• • Participate in team meetings, contribute to discussions, and provide support to team members as needed.
• • Manage data records and assist in the documentation of laboratory experiments by recording detailed protocols, observations, and other data as needed.