SAMRC Laboratory Internship Programme 2025
Job Highlights
The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) invites unemployed graduates to apply for the Laboratory Internship Programme 2025.
Closing date: 25 November 2024
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Stipend: A salary in the region of R 205 081 per annum, cost-to-company will be offered
The South African Medical Research Council strives to improve the nation’s health and quality of life by funding and conducting relevant and leading health research. It further aims to promote equity, career development and progression.
About the SAMRC Internships 2025
The SAMRC Genomics Platform invites eligible candidates to apply for the 2025 Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) Intern Programme.
This internship was established in 2023 in partnership with DIPLOMICS to provide technical training and capacity development for good laboratory practice (GLP), NGS and -workflow automation.
Interns will be an active part of the SAMRC Genomics Platform laboratory team and will work on important projects that will build their skills and contribute to their development and employability.
Responsibilities will include sample quality control, nucleic acid isolation, sequencing library preparation and administrative tasks related to the core functions of the facility.
Qualifications
- BSc or BTech In Molecular Biology, Genetics or similar qualification or higher
- 1 -2 years’ knowledge/experience in Molecular Biology or Genetics
- 1 -2 years’ knowledge/experience with basic molecular biology techniques e.g. RNA, DNA isolation, PCR and Gel Electrophoresis
- Knowledge of good laboratory practice (GLP)
Skills and Attributes
- Knowledge/experience in next generation sequencing (NGS) laboratory workflows
- Knowledge/experience with sample management
- Experience with DNA and RNA quality control
The following criteria apply to the selection of candidates:
- Not studying full-time/ classes must be after normal working hours.
- No formal work experience within the Molecular Biology/Genetics field.
How to Apply
To apply for this internship opportunity, follow the easy guide below:
- Visit the SAMRC vacancies website. You’ll see all open opportunities at SAMRC listed on this page.
- Navigate to the Interns vacancy and read through the entire job description, requirements and other specifics.
- Do you meet the minimum requirements listed? If yes, proceed and apply online.
PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT YOUR SUBMISSION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED SHOULD YOUR APPLICATION NOT BE ACCOMPANIED BY THE REQUIRED INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTATION.
The SAMRC retains the right not to make an appointment. In accordance with the SAMRC’s Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from the designated groups.
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