Senior Microfluids Technologist

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is a leading scientific and technology research organisation that research, develops, localises and diffuses technologies to accelerate socio-economic prosperity in South Africa. The organisation's work contributes to industrial development and supports a capable state. The CSIR has a vacancy for a Senior Microfluids Technologist in the

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is a leading scientific and technology research organisation that researches, develops, localises and diffuses technologies to accelerate socio-economic prosperity in South Africa. The organisation's work contributes to industrial development and supports a capable state.

Senior Microfluids Technologist

About The Job

The CSIR has a vacancy for a Senior Microfluids Technologist in the Nano-Micro Devices Group (NMDG) within the Chemicals Cluster. The incumbent will be responsible to design and develop microfluidic device prototypes, determine flow properties and initiate mold design and manufacture for mass production by injection moulding and other means. The job entails working with other researchers to progress biodetection means to a manufacturable functioning device.The position is based in Pretoria, South Africa.

This position reports to a Research Group Leader.

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Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to government as well as industry- facing research projects through designing and developing Lab-on-Chip components or microfluidic devices, medical equipment, injection moulds and systems;
• Analyze flow property and modelling;
• Ensure that equipment required for the development and manufacturing of devices is well maintained, functional and used optimally;
• Propose new equipment and better ways of using equipment;
• Publish high-quality research outputs and representing the facility at scientific and industry forums;
• Support technology transfer and commercialization initiatives aligned with the facility's strategic objectives;
• Write sections of technical reports and help prepare presentations;
• Promote a culture of SET excellence (quality and delivery) and providing research;
• Interact with stakeholders (clients, peers) within fields of expertise to develop long term relationships both within and outside the CSIR;
• Contribute to conceptualisation, structuring, managing and implementation of multi-disciplinary research projects in lab-on chip mechanics.
• Prepare research proposals and securing external funding;
• Supervise and mentor students, interns, in-service trainees and junior staff.

Qualifications, Skills And Experience

• A Bachelor of Technology degree or equivalent in mechanical engineering or related field, with at least five years experience in injection mould design and use and or ultrasonic joining of polymer parts;
• A master's degree in mechanical engineering will be advantageous;
• A goal-oriented approach;
• Research and report writing skills;
• Communication and presentation skills;
• Problem solving, solution seeking orientation;
• Have conceptualisation and analytical skills;
• Excellent facilitation and interpersonal skills;
• Computer literacy;
• All international qualifications require an evaluation report / certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

What's in it for you?

The CSIR Offers

• Learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive and market-related remuneration packages.
• We openly acknowledge and reward our employees' contributions and accomplishments through our esteemed CSIR Excellence Awards.
• This position is full-time on site.

PLEASE NOTE THAT FEEDBACK WILL BE GIVEN TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY.

For more info, please contact the CSIR Recruitment Centre on View phone number on za.workus.org or email us at ***email_hidden***

The CSIR is an equal opportunity employer. As such, it is committed to the Employment Equity Act and will through the filling of this vacancy, give preference to candidates from Designated Groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act. By applying for this position at the CSIR, the applicant understands, and agrees that the CSIR may solicit a credit and criminal report from registered credit bureau and/or South African Police Services (in relation to positions that requires trust and honesty and/or entail the handling of cash or finances), and may also verify the applicant¿s educational qualification and employment history. The CSIR reserves the right to remove the advertisement at any time before the stated closing date and it further reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.