Research and Development Intern

 

Recruiter:

Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

PTA000384/JP

Date posted:

Saturday, July 31, 2021

Location:

Capetown, South Africa

Salary:

Market related


SUMMARY:

An established manufacturer of agrochemicals is seeking the above to assist the R&D team with various projects whilst completing a 12-month graduate training programme.

POSITION INFO:


Minimum requirements for the role:

  • Must have a degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Plant Pathology, Horticulture, Viticulture, Oenology or related
  • Good communication and report-writing skills are essential
  • Previous practical laboratory experience and exposure to handling chemicals will be required
  • Exposure to plant pathology and/or microbial laboratory practices would be ideal
  • Must have reliable transport and be willing to work after hours when required


The successful candidate will be responsible for:
  • Carrying out laboratory functions as per SOP’s and required by the R&D Team Leader.
  • Handling and preparing chemical substances.
  • Preparing complex microbial culture media.
  • Sub-culturing and isolating microbial spores, cells and cultures.
  • Preparing seed, growth chambers and Myco spores, including sterilization and sanitation processes.
  • Providing assistance on research projects, such as feedstock studies, liquid product formulation development and product compatibility tests.
  • Assisting with R&D trials, including field work.
  • Preparing reports of completed lab work and assisting with ad hoc duties.
  • Ensuring good housekeeping and good laboratory practices are adhered to.

Salary package, including benefits, are highly negotiable depending on experience gained 
Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into, only with the shortlisted candidates

 

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