Starke Ayres invites unemployed graduates to apply for Pathology / Molecular Biology Graduate / Internship Programme for 2020. The internship will run for the period of 12 months.
Internship Application Closing Date: 30 June 2020.
Internship Provider: Starke Ayres
Internship Location: Kempton Park, Gauteng
Responsibilities include:
•Prepare samples for a variety of laboratory applications and protocols.
•Prepare media and plating of seeds for seed health tests.
•Split, label and distribute logged seed samples according to ISTA protocols.
•Prepare research and QC samples for DNA extraction
•Perform DNA extractions and PCR reactions in accordance with lab protocols
•Ensure that tests are carried out correctly to achieve the required accuracy
•Correct labelling and storage of samples.
•Germinate samples according to protocols.
•Pathogen culture maintenance and preservation.
•Ensure sufficient stock of agar plates of important media are availble for all routine work.
•Assist with general housekeeping, ensure that laboratories are neat and clean and running optimally.
Minimum requirements:
•BSc Agric / BSc / National Diploma in Plant Pathology / Molecular Biology or Biotechnology (Completed or in progress)
•Basic understanding of Pathology test procedures / genetic principles and inheritance of traits.
•Computer skills (MS word, Excel, Internet, E-Mail, Outlook).
•Well developed understanding of laboratory processes and equipment.
•2 years’ experience as a Laboratory an added advantage.
How to apply
Click here to apply for Starke Ayres: Pathology / Molecular Biology Graduate Internships 2020