Junior Medical Scientist (12 Months Contract) Wits NICD

About the position

Main purpose of the job:

• To conduct research and to provide scientific support towards polio eradication efforts

Location:

• NICD, Sandringham - Johannesburg

Key performance areas:

• Perform basic and advanced analysis and interpretation of data produced from sequencing systems
• Conduct and initiate research in the area of PCR and sequencing workflows
• Work closely with researchers and collaborators to generate/provide data analysis reports and perform custom analysis as requested
• Conduct relevant research (basic and applied) that promotes departmental interests to gain new knowledge and improve understanding in line with the NICD’s goal of becoming a world-class public health institute and research organization

Required minimum education and training:

• Bachelor of Science Degree (Honours) in Medical Science or related field

Required minimum work experience:

• Minimum of 1 year working experience in a Medical Science environment or related field

Required minimum education and training:

• HPCSA registration is desirable but not a requirement

Desirable additional education, work experience, and personal abilities:

• Experience in polioviruses would be advantageous
• Experience working in a diagnostic laboratory would be advantageous
• Knowledge of appropriate research methodologies and writing research publications
• Knowledge of research ethics and grant application processes
• Knowledge of the use of Microsoft databases
• The incumbent should possess communication skills (verbal and written)
• Troubleshooting skills
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and independently
• Pay attention to detail and be able to stick to strict work deadlines
• Should be computer literate and possess problem-solving skills

TO APPLY:

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.
• Please Apply Online.
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications: 19 April 2024.
• Note AJ Personnel is fully POPI compliant.
• Note WHC, in accordance with their Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note:

• AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
• Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
• Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
• AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.

Desired Skills:

• Communication
• Computer Skills
• Computing
• Healthcare
• Medical

About The Employer:

The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) is a major global player in infectious disease intelligence. The NICD is a source of knowledge and expertise in regionally relevant communicable diseases to the South African Government, SADC countries, and the African continent. The NICD assists in the planning of policies and programs and supports appropriate responses to communicable disease problems and issues.