CATIR Programme Trainer
- Gauteng
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provide scientific molecular training on cutting-edge molecular techniques and technologies to a wide audience of students.
- Collaborate with students to successfully implement and optimize their use of our products.
- Cover all administrative tasks related to the delivery of a training course like the preparation of the instruments, kits and reagents, course communication and training completion tracking
- Support the efficient setup, maintenance and improvement of the training premises
- Support the development of state-of-the-art training approaches by driving continuous process improvement through problem identification and solving
- Take on additional tasks as required
- MSc or Higher in a Molecular Biology field or equivalent.
- Proven experience with qPCR, Sanger Sequencers, Next Generation Sequencing instrumentation (preferably Ion Torrent)
- Strong scientific knowledge in the fields of Genetics/Microbiology/Infectious and inherited disease.
- Demonstrated teaching experience of molecular principals/ technologies and methodologies
- Robust problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach.
- Effective time management and ability to balance multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining operational metrics.
- Excellent written and spoken communication in English
- Driven and motivated with a strong focus on customer satisfaction.
- Learning management systems experience beneficial.
- Experience with e-learning technologies, digital learning concept and instructional design methodologies
- Ability to adapt and learn new techniques and technologies on the job
- Flexible, stress-resistant personal style
- Willingness to travel 20% of time to receive training when required