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Luther van der Mescht

9 months ago

Research Technician in Parasiticide Resistance Testing – Zoology, Parasitology, Biomedical Sciences University of the Free State in South Africa

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Field of study

Biology

Funding

This is a 12-month contract research technician position. No explicit funding or stipend details are provided.

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Expired

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South Africa

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University of the Free State

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Keywords

Biology
Zoology
Veterinary Science
Animal Husbandry
Parasitology
Medical Science
Tick
Cattle
Molecular Diagnostic
Biomedicine

About this position

The Mammal Parasitology Laboratory at the University of the Free State is seeking a motivated Research Technician to join their Parasiticide Resistance Testing Facility. The position focuses on supporting laboratory and field-based experiments for the phenotypic and molecular detection of resistance to parasiticides, with a particular emphasis on ticks and helminths affecting sheep and cattle. The successful candidate will be involved in conducting phenotypic resistance assays, performing molecular diagnostics (including DNA extraction and PCR-based assays), assisting with field sampling, ensuring biosecurity and quality control, and supporting marketing and outreach activities for the facility.

Applicants should hold a Diploma in Animal Health or a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology, Parasitology, Microbiology, or a closely related biological/biomedical field. Basic laboratory experience, attention to detail, and the ability to follow protocols are essential. Experience with parasiticide resistance testing, molecular biology techniques, field sampling, and data handling is desirable. Candidates should be self-motivated, reliable, and able to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Registration with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC) is preferred.

This is a 12-month contract position based in Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa. The application deadline is 20 February 2026. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV (max 3 pages), and contact details of two referees to [email protected]. For further enquiries, contact Dr Luther van der Mescht. The research environment offers opportunities to develop skills in veterinary parasitology, parasiticide resistance research, and molecular diagnostics, contributing to animal health and agricultural productivity.

Funding details

This is a 12-month contract research technician position. No explicit funding or stipend details are provided.

What's required

A Diploma in Animal Health or a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology, Parasitology, Microbiology, or a closely related biological/biomedical field is required. Basic laboratory experience, strong attention to detail, and ability to follow protocols precisely are essential. Candidates must be willing to work with ticks and helminths as well as potentially infectious material under controlled conditions. Preferably, applicants should be registered with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC). Experience with parasiticide resistance testing, molecular biology techniques (DNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis), field sampling, data handling, and previous work in a research or diagnostic laboratory are desirable. Candidates should be self-motivated, reliable, able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, and have good organizational and time-management skills.

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Parasitology