112 Research associate Jobs and Work in South Africa

As a Research Associate, you will play a key role in supporting bioanalytical projects by performing routine analyses, maintaining laboratory instruments, and ensuring full compliance with GLP, GCP, GMP, and SOP standards. You’ll contribute to high-quality data generation, prepare project documentation, and manage consumables to keep studies running smoothly. Acting as a study-specific analyst, you’ll support method documentation, write and review SOPs, and provide training where needed. This role offers the opportunity to work in a regulated environment, grow technical expertise, and make a meaningful impact on advancing healthcare research.

Main Areas of Responsibility

Perform bioanalytical methods in line with GLP, GCP, GMP, and SOPs.
Perform routine analyses and document all work according to GxP and SOP standards.
Operate and maintain laboratory instruments & environment as per SOPs.
Prepare project-related documentation, including lab manuals and reports.
Write and review SOPs and support method documentation.
Manage consumables, monitor stock levels, and maintain LIMS records.
Ensure compliance with health & safety guidelines and regulatory standards.
Act as Study specific analyst on assigned projects.
Training of personnel within area of responsibility when needed.
Record tasks and time accurately in time logging application.
Observe appropriate regulatory guidelines, SOPs, policies and study documentation.

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

Hands on experience with cell culture/ sample processing is essential
A minimum level of an Honours degree in a scientific field (BSc Hons or BTech) or at least 1-2 years of company experience is required.
Accurate record-keeping and documentation skills in English.

Desirable:

Good knowledge of GLP and familiarity with GCP, GMP, and bioanalytical methods.
Understanding of laboratory SOPs, workflows, and computerized systems.
Hands-on experience with standard lab techniques and equipment.
Able to work independently and persistently, with strong teamwork capability

PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR CV/RESUME IS SUBMITTED IN ENGLISH.

Synexa Life Sciences is committed to achieving transformation and will take it’s EE plan and targets into consideration during the selection process.

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