FORENSIC LABORATORY ASSISTANT (3 YEARS FIXED TERM CONTRACT) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)

Grade 12 with Mathematics and Science (NQF 4) 1 (one) year working experience in a laboratory environment Basic knowledge of physical science and chemistry Basic knowledge of health and safety measures Basic knowledge of operation of scientific equipment Basic knowledge of mathematical calculations Planning and organising skills Handling of basic scientific equipment Mathematical calculations Computer literacy in word processing and spreadsheets Communication Skills.

Sample collection and storage in toxicology, blood alcohol and food keep cold room tidy and assist analyst to locate/collect samples from cold room for opening Accurate booking and storage of all samples and exhibits in the cold rooms/storage space Record temperature of operational areas and of cold room daily Help collect urgent samples and paperwork Assist in blood alcohol or toxicology section in addition to normal duties. Forward all Health and Safety matters to the Head of the Laboratory. Analyze samples: Toxicology. Scan completed Toxicology reports monthly and submit to the Lab Manager Assist with preparation of label Assist with routine tasks for efficient laboratory operation e.g. sorting/filing of analyst worksheets and envelopes of seals and labels, fetching glassware/chemicals Keep toxicology laboratories stocked with pipette tips, Kim wipe rolls vials, caps, solvents etc. Cleaning equipment used for mincing biological organs when required. Blood Alcohol Prepare vials and labels Assist with routine tasks for efficient laboratory operation e.g. assist with opening of samples by cutting the seals. Ensure that there are sufficient rubber stoppers, crimp caps etc. for use in the lab. Safe keeping and storage of seals, labels, paperwork. Food Assist analysts with preparation of samples e.g extraction for injection instrument. Conduct less complex tests according to SOP. Assist with routine tasks for efficient laboratory operation e.g. batching of samples, sorting/filing of analyst worksheets etc. Keep food laboratories stocked with pipette tips, Kim wipe rolls, vials, caps, solvents etc. Keeping and storage of worksheets, quality control diagrams, paperwork etc. Render Administrative services in the section Handle internal queries regarding the location of samples or documentation and help collect relevant paperwork Enter/capture case information of opened samples by analysts in LIMS Print reports of authorized results for an analyst Label waste containers and liaise with section head and TQM for removal of waste. File reports in filing room. Adherence to laboratory health and safety policies Remove waste from operational areas and ensure that they are ready for collection To ensure adherence to the requirements of the safety manual and housekeeping policy of this Laboratory To ensure the safety and keep the integrity of the work done at the laboratory by following the security procedures.

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