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SOUTH AFRICAN MEDICAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (SAMRC)
 


SPECIALIST SCIENTIST: MEDICAL SCIENTIST (R723A) 
- CLOSING DATE: 31 MAY 2024
 
BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH AND INNOVATION PLATFORM

(CAPE TOWN OFFICE)
The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) 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.
 
SPECIALIST SCIENTIST: MEDICAL SCIENTIST

Duration: PERMANENT POST
A position has become available for a Specialist Scientist in the Biomedical Research and Innovation Platform. The Biomedical Research and Innovation Platform is a dynamic research platform within the Centers and Platform Office of the South African Medical Research Council. The Platform focusses on health research and innovation, aimed at the early detection, prevention and treatment of non-communicable diseases such as obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. The post holder will assist with and form an integral part of the SAMRC’s transformation agenda.
To address the diverse responsibilities associated with this role, we are seeking a self-driven health scientist with expertise in diabetes and related metabolic disorders. The incumbent will contribute to the research programme on diabetes and related metabolic diseases, offering crucial support in project management, clinical research, data and statistical analysis, and laboratory support.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Publishing articles in peer-reviewed journals.
  • · Apply for research funding from national and international stakeholders.
  • To supervise/co-supervise postgraduate students (Masters and PhD).
  • Principal investigator (PI) and Co-investigator on research projects.
  • Review for international peer-reviewed scientific journals.
  • Review research grants and abstracts for conferences.
  • Present at national/ international conferences or seminars.
  • Effectively manage, train and develop students and staff.
  • Assist with the management of the BRIP Platform and involvement in SAMRC administrative/community engagement processes.
  • To advance transformation by mentoring and building capacity in accordance with the SAMRC’s Employment Equity Plan
  • To develop, implement and monitor progress of the Transformation Strategy of the Unit.
 
Core Requirements:
  • PhD in Medical or Biological Sciences (Physiology, biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, public health, epidemiology) or similar relevant qualification or higher with five years of experience post qualification.
  • Track record in publishing first, second and/or senior authored original research articles after obtaining PhD (Minimum of five peer reviewed journal articles - three as first author, excluding reviews - post PhD).
  • Track record of leading research projects in the last 5 years
  • Proven track record of writing grants as PI and attracting funding in the last 5 years.
  • Proven clinical and/or laboratory skills, and project management skills.
  • Proven skills in data and statistical analysis
  • Ability to independently plan experimental workflows for multiple experiments.
  • Track record of supervising and graduating recent Ph.D. and/or MSc students
  • Ability to provide guidance and collaborate in a team environment.
  • Experience with oral presentations.
  • Experience in reviewing of research papers and/or national grants.
  • Knowledge and research experience in diabetes
  • Strong statistical background with use of R and/or STATA
  • Experience with genetic analysis.
  • Experience with bioinformatics analysis and omics-based research.
  • Experience in human clinical and/or intervention research trials.
 
Advantageous:
  • Experience in clinically oriented laboratory research and working with human samples.
  • NRF rating
 
 
Terms & Conditions: 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. For this reason, we require race, gender and disability status to be specified. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. By submitting your application, SAMRC concludes that you are a competent person to consent and that you are giving consent to the SAMRC to process and further process all personal information contained in the application in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act No 4 of 2013 (as amended). The SAMRC does its best to provide the most accurate information; however, if there is anything wrong and unclear applicants are encouraged to contact the HR Recruitment Office at 021-938 0648 before the closing date.
 
A salary in the region of R 1 086 914 per annum, cost-to-company will be negotiated in consideration of experience and qualifications.
 
Closing date: 31 May 2024
 
PLEASE QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER (R 723A) IN ALL COMMUNICATIONS. 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. For this reason, we require race, gender and disability status to be specified. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply
 
 
 
 
 
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HR BUSINESS PARTNER (R727A) 
- CLOSING DATE: 29 MAY 2024

 
HUMAN RESOURCES
(DURBAN OFFICE)
The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) strives to advance the nation’s health and quality of life and address inequity by conducting and funding relevant and responsive health research, capacity development, innovation, and research translation. The organisation prides itself on six values: pioneering, partnering, excellence, respect, integrity, and citizenship.
 
HR BUSINESS PARTNER
Permanent Post
The following rewarding career opportunity in Human Resources exists for a proactive and dynamic individual. The HR Business Partner is responsible for the delivery of HR service excellence, in solution and support, to all relevant stakeholders to enable the achievement of SAMRC and HR strategic objectives.
 
Key Responsibility Areas will include the following:
• Drive the implementation of the HR strategy in the Divisions by ensuring that HR initiatives are fully aligned to business goals.
• Strategically and operationally partner with the allocated business Units/Divisions.
• Pro-actively analyze trends in respect of the HR value chain as well as client expectations in line with the goals of MRC for the purpose of improving the service offering as well as quality of service offering.
• Provide a comprehensive employee life cycle and staff centered, pro-active and integrated HR generalist service.
• Create, plan and implement HR solutions, including interventions and practices according to the needs of the Divisions.
• Develop a workforce plan that is based on the identification and analyses of the environment and trends with regards to capacity planning for a Unit/Division/Directorate
• Partner with Unit/Division/Directorate in developing customized talent sourcing strategies, depending on their capacity requirements.
• Ensure organizational structures/organograms, job designs, job evaluation and grading are implemented according to and aligned with OD/REM Specialist directives in relation to Unit/Division/Directorate and SAMRC strategic delivery objectives.
• Implement appropriate and organization aligned HR remuneration practices and advise to line management
• Maintain HR Governance/ Risk compliance to agreements, procedures, processes, policies and legislation.
• Manage Employment Wellness Risks
• Provide expert advice, support and guidance to Line Manager in line with current Labour practices.
• Timeously submitted accurate and reliable HR data, records and information to all relevant stakeholders
 
Core Requirements:
• 3 Year Qualification (National Diploma/ Degree in Human Resources or related field)
• 6 – 8 years’ experience in Human Resources as a Generalist, including demonstrable experience with HR metrics and understanding of HR functions and best practices.
• Full understanding of all HR functions and best practices
• Thorough knowledge of labour legislation
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
 
Added Advantage
• Honours or Postgraduate Diploma in related field.
• 8 -10 years’ experience in Human Resources as a Generalist
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Managerial or Supervisory role
• Registered with SABPP
 
Terms & Conditions: 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. For this reason, we require race, gender and disability status to be specified. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. By submitting your application, SAMRC concludes that you are a competent person to consent and that you are giving consent to the SAMRC to process and further process all personal information contained in the application in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act No 4 of 2013 (as amended). Applicants are advised that the SAMRC has adopted a Workplace Policy on Covid-19 Vaccinations as part of its conditions of employment. The SAMRC does its best to provide the most accurate information; however, if there is anything wrong and unclear, applicants are encouraged to contact the HR Department at 021-938 0648 before the closing date.
 
A salary in the region of R591 632 per annum, cost-to-company will be negotiated in consideration of experience and qualifications.
 
Closing date: 29 May 2024
 
PLEASE QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER (R727A) IN ALL COMMUNICATIONS. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT YOUR SUBMISSION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED SHOULD YOUR APPLICATION NOT BE ACCOMPANIED BY THE REQUIRED INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTATION. ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED VIA BREEZY HR (SAMRC WEBSITE, www.mrc.ac.za)
 
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LABORATORY INTERN (R726A)
- CLOSING DATE: 24 MAY 2024  
GENOMICS PLATFORM
(CAPE TOWN OFFICE)
The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) 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.
 
LABORATORY INTERN
Duration: One Year Contract
The SAMRC Genomics Platform invites eligible candidates to apply for the 2024 Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) Internship Programme. This programme was established in 2023 to provide technical training and capacity development for good laboratory practice (GLP), NGS and -workflow automation. Successful 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 and not limited to: sample quality control, nucleic acid isolation, sequencing library preparation and administrative tasks related to the core functions of the facility.
 
Core Requirements:
  • 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)
 
Advantageous:
  • 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.
 
 
Terms & Conditions: 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. For this reason, we require race, gender and disability status to be specified. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. By submitting your application, SAMRC concludes that you are a competent person to consent and that you are giving consent to the SAMRC to process and further process all personal information contained in the application in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act No 4 of 2013 (as amended). The SAMRC does its best to provide the most accurate information; however, if there is anything wrong and unclear applicants are encouraged to contact the HR Recruitment Office at 021-938 0648 before the closing date.
 
A stipend will be offered.
 
Closing date: 24 May 2024
 
PLEASE QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER (R 726A) IN ALL COMMUNICATIONS. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT YOUR SUBMISSION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED SHOULD YOUR APPLICATION NOT BE ACCOMPANIED BY THE REQUIRED INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTATION.
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FACILITIES CLEANER X2 (R728A) 
- CLOSING DATE: 23 MAY 2024
 
GENDER AND HEALTH RESEARCH UNIT
Limpopo - Modimolle: Waterberg Research Site & Western Cape – Stellenbosch: The ARC Research Site
The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) 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.
 
FACILITIES CLEANER – 2 Posts
Duration: 3 Year Contract
 
The Gender and Health Research Unit is seeking to appoint Facilities Cleaner in the Limpopo - Modimolle – Waterberg Research Site and Western Cape – Stellenbosch: The ARC Research Site.
 
Responsibilities:
1) Cleaning of offices, common areas (ablution facilities and kitchen) and meeting rooms:
  • Cleaning of office, common areas and meeting room in the morning before staff enters their office space.
2) Making refreshments for participants and keeping the kitchen clean:
  • Preparing tea and coffee as needed
  • Preparing and helping to serve sandwiches or hot meals for participants, morning and afternoon as needed
  • Washing up utensils
 
Core Requirements:
  • Grade 8 or equivalent
  • Minimum of 1 to 2 years cleaning experience
  • Understanding and correct use of Cleaning Supplies and Chemicals
 
Added Advantages:
  • Previous cleaning experience in office environment
  • Experience with Cleaning in an environment with Women with Trauma exposure.
 
Personal Attributes:
  • Interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate (read and write)
  • Must have the ability to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to speak English.
 
 
Terms & Conditions: 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. For this reason, we require race, gender and disability status to be specified. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. By submitting your application, SAMRC concludes that you are a competent person to consent and that you are giving consent to the SAMRC to process and further process all personal information contained in the application in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act No 4 of 2013 (as amended). The SAMRC does its best to provide the most accurate information; however, if there is anything wrong and unclear applicants are encouraged to contact the HR Recruitment Office at 021-938 0648 before the closing date.
 
A salary in the region of R 95 064 per annum, cost-to-company
 
Closing date: 23 May 2024
 
PLEASE QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER (R 728A) IN ALL COMMUNICATIONS. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT YOUR SUBMISSION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED SHOULD YOUR APPLICATION NOT BE ACCOMPANIED BY THE REQUIRED INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTATION.
 
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