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Our team is driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to collaboration, creativity, and scientific rigor. We believe that the intersection of biology, engineering, and computer science offers exciting opportunities to develop novel technologies that advance research and enhance human health. We leverage our enzyme engineering and computational biology capabilities to develop products that support high-growth applications in genomics, molecular diagnostics, and personalized medicine.\nPosition Summary \nWe are seeking an R&D Scientist to join our Process Development team in Cape Town, South Africa. \nAs part of the Process Development team you will apply your expertise to data-driven test method development, validation, and continuous improvement. You will contribute directly in delivering world-class products to our customers. In this highly collaborative role, you will work closely with various departments, including R&D, Production, IT, and Quality Assurance across our global sites.\nKey Responsibilities\nThe Process Development team supports the transfer of new products from R&D to Production. This includes the risk-based identification and development of robust and precise quality control tests. After product launch, the team provides ongoing support for process updates to maintain product quality.\nSpecific responsibilities include:\nSupport test method development activities throughout the Product Life Cycle, from development to continuous improvement.\nWork with R&D and Production teams to develop and transfer test methods, including defining critical parameters and mitigating risks.\nPlan and execute projects focused on test method development and validation, ensuring that robust methods are transferred to Production.\nDesign statistically powered test method validation studies.\nAnalyse data using advanced statistical methods.\nCommunicate results and provide guidance on product specifications.\nTrain Quality Control analysts on test methods, laboratory procedures, and quality systems, including good documentation practices and data review.\nContribute to validation activities, including process validation, computer systems validation, and equipment qualification.\nIdentify and implement test method requirements, such as materials, equipment, software, and facilities design.\nConduct experiments with scientific rigour and accurately record, communicate, and present findings.\nSupport laboratory maintenance, including ordering materials, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a clean and organised lab.\nOperate under Watchmaker’s Quality System, contributing to the implementation and adherence to ISO13485 standards, including leading non-conformance and corrective action investigations.\nAdditional responsibilities as assigned. \nSkills and Requirements\nRequired skills are:\nDemonstrated technical knowledge of and practical expertise in enzyme kinetics, PCR & qPCR and/or NGS\nStrong understanding of data models, manipulations, and analyses, including descriptive statistics, parametric and non-parametric approaches, and data visualisation\nDemonstrated scientific excellence in technical work, written communication, and presenting technical information to diverse audiences\nCritical thinking and problem-solving skills.\nCommitment to a culture of excellence and advocacy for continuous improvement.\nStrong interpersonal skills and an excellent ability to drive results in multi-level, cross-functional teams.\nExcellent organizational skills and outstanding attention to detail.\nStrong personal task management skills and a high level of self-motivation.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nAdvantageous skills are:\nProven experience in test method development and validation for biotechnology reagents under ISO 13485.\nExpertise in statistical tools for process and test method design and evaluation, including Design of Experiments (DOE), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Regression Analysis, Analysis of Variance (ANOVA)\nExperience with ISO 13485, ISO 9001, and/or cGMP in Test Method Development, Quality Assurance, Quality Systems, Operations, or related fields\nEducation and Experience\nPhD in molecular biology/enzymology or related fields with 0 - 5+ years of demonstrated experience in test method design \nApplication Requirements \nTo apply for the position, please submit the following in a PDF format:\nLetter of motivation (upload where it says cover letter)\nResume or Curriculum vitae, highlighting relevant qualifications and experience\nApplications without a Letter of Motivation will not be considered. Local candidates preferred.\nIf selected to participate in the interview process, the names and contact information of three professional references who are able to assess your suitability for the position in terms of the specified requirements will be requested.\nTo ensure your application is considered, please submit it by Friday, 23rd October 2026. Please note that this position may close earlier if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.\n***\nWE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER\nWatchmaker Genomics is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and creating a culturally diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics as protected by applicable law.\nAll applicants will be asked if currently eligible to work in South Africa; and if now or in the future will require visa sponsorship to continue working in South Africa.\nThis position may be subject to pre-employment checks, including driving history check, drug screening and a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. 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