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Laboratory Assistant

  • Pretoria East
  • Salary: R12 000.00 - R16 000.00 Per Month (Negotiable)
  • Job Type: Contract
  • Sectors: Medical Research Pharmaceutical
  • Benefits: Training Parking
  • Reference: 2337824

Apply before Apr 07 2026 | 61 Days left

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Vacancy Details

Employer: CY Medicals

            CY Medicals is a newly established medical device developer and manufacturer. 

            Role Summary

            The Laboratory Assistant supports daily laboratory operations by preparing materials, assisting with sample handling, maintaining cleanliness and safety standards, and ensuring accurate documentation. This role requires attention to detail, good organisation, and the ability to follow SOPs strictly.

            Key Responsibilities

            • Receive, label, log, and store samples according to SOPs and chain-of-custody requirements

            • Prepare media, reagents, buffers, and consumables (as trained)

            • Assist with basic lab tests and routine procedures under supervision

            • Operate and care for lab equipment (e.g., balances, centrifuges, pH meters, autoclaves) and report faults

            • Clean, sanitise, and maintain workspaces, glassware, and instruments

            • Support inventory: stock counting, ordering requests, and tracking expiry dates

            • Dispose of waste safely (biohazard/chemical/general) in line with safety protocols

            • Record results and activities accurately in worksheets/LIMS/logbooks

            • Follow health & safety and quality standards (e.g., GMP/GLP/ISO 17025 where applicable)

            • Assist with audits, sample traceability, and document control as required


Required Skills

  • Microsoft Office: 3 to 4 years
  • Laboratory Work: 1 to 2 years
  • Laboratory Safety: 1 to 2 years

Candidate Requirements

            Minimum Requirements

            • Matric / Grade 12 (Maths & Science preferred)

            • Relevant certificate/diploma (e.g., Lab Assistant, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Chemistry) advantageous

            • 1 year and above lab experience (training may be provided for junior candidates)

            • Basic computer skills (MS Excel/Word/Powerpoint)

            • Comfortable working with PPE and following safety rules

            • Valid driver’s license and own transportation 

            Skills & Competencies

            • Strong attention to detail and accuracy

            • Good organisational and time-management skills

            • Ability to follow SOPs and work methodically

            • Teamwork and clear communication

            • Reliable, punctual, and able to handle repetitive tasks

            • Ability to stand for long periods and do light physical work (moving samples/boxes)

            Nice-to-Have 

            • Experience in clinical / pathology, food testing, pharma QC, water testing, or microbiology


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