Overview
Lab Assistant – Pharmaceutical Jobs in Midrand, South Africa at Talent Recruitment & Consulting
Laboratory Assistant – Pharmaceutical Department: Research & Development
Reporting to: R&D Manager
Our Client, a well-established pharmaceutical and animal health manufacturing organisation, is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to join their dynamic R&D team.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals with a strong laboratory background to contribute to product development and continuous improvement within a regulated manufacturing environment.
Role Overview The Laboratory Assistant will support the design, execution, and documentation of research projects, formulation development, and analytical testing. Working closely with the R&D Manager and wider teams, the role is critical in ensuring the successful development, testing, and handover of products to production.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the research and development of new pharmaceutical and animal health products
- Assist with formulation development and enhancement of existing products
- Compile complete R&D project files to facilitate handover to production
- Prepare laboratory samples for testing and trials
- Conduct finished product testing (e.g. pH, viscosity, and related analyses)
- Compile Certificates of Conformance (CoCs) for finished products
- Maintain accurate laboratory documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (CoAs) for raw materials
- Operate laboratory equipment such as FTIR, viscometers, and related instruments
- Ensure compliance with safety procedures, GMP, GLP, and ISO standards
- Maintain R&D laboratory inventory and incoming materials
- Manage retention sample storage and disposal in line with procedures as required
- Download, review, and share temperature logs with relevant stakeholders
Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline
- 2-4 years’ experience in a pharmaceutical laboratory environment preferred
- Familiarity with GMP, GLP, and ISO standards
- Experience with analytical techniques such as HPLC, UV-Vis, and dissolution testing is advantageous
Skills & Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to follow procedures and work independently
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Good computer literacy
- Team-oriented, proactive, and dependable approach
What the Client Offers
- Opportunity to join a growing pharmaceutical and animal health manufacturer
- Exposure to a wide range of R&D activities and products
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
- Opportunity to contribute directly to product quality and innovation
This role is ideal for candidates who are passionate about research, quality, and continuous improvement and who thrive in a structured laboratory setting.
Title: Lab Assistant – Pharmaceutical
Company: Talent Recruitment & Consulting
Location: Midrand, South Africa
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