Laboratory Technologist

About the role

Aurum Group is hiring a Laboratory Technologist in Johannesburg on a permanent basis. The post-holder processes samples, maintains laboratory systems and carries out laboratory procedures for research studies, regularly performing more advanced, complex testing.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and process eligible samples, link them longitudinally and collect and package processed samples for shipment
• Retrieve and track sample data in electronic systems
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders
• Manage laboratory systems and procedures

Required profile

• NQF level 6 or 7 laboratory technologist qualification (National Diploma)
• Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Technologist in Clinical Pathology or Microbiology
• At least 3 years of laboratory processing experience
• Clinical or research experience in TB/HIV care (advantageous)
• Fluency in Setswana, English, SeSotho, Xhosa or Afrikaans
• SA citizen or valid work permit, driver's licence, and willingness to work overtime; up to 30% overnight travel by land or air may be required
• References available for background checks; appointment subject to security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment

Required skills

• GCP certificate (advantageous)
• Computer literacy: email, record keeping, database activity, word processing, spreadsheets and graphics
• Experience with electronic systems such as TrakCare, EDRWeb or REDCap (advantageous)