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Delmas: R&D Microbiologist – Microbial Phosphate Solubilization – Delmas

Delmas: R&D Microbiologist – Microbial Phosphate Solubilization – Delmas

Posted on 2025-08-30 00:00:00

Employer Unspecified
Category Scientific / QA
Location Nkangala  / Delmas

Job Summary

Minimum requirements for the role: A BSc hons degree in microbiology or biotechnology or related is essential for this role. Previous experience having worked in a microbiology laboratory within any industry is preferred for this role. Previous experience having worked in research and development (R&D) microbiology focused on investigating microorganisms and their applications in various fields. The successful candidate must know how to do serial dilutions and be able to operate a microscope. Strong analytical ability and ability to interpret results. The person must be organised and results driven. The person must have good communication and be able to work in a team. The successful candidate will be responsible for: Handling all microbiological functions on new and existing applications for the local and international market. Researching into mode of action, production, and formulation of microbial phosphate solubilizing inoculants. Isolating and screening of various microorganisms for their potential to solubilize phosphates. Handling growth medium optimization for selected phosphate solubilizing isolates. Improving shelf life of phosphate solubilizing inoculants. Screening formulated inoculants to determine reduction in viability over time. Producing inoculants through liquid fermentation (laboratory scale). Assisting in upscaling fermentation technologies to commercial volumes. Conducting ongoing improvements of fermentation processes, growth medium and product formulation. Conducting quality control of incoming and on-site produced phosphate solubilizing inoculants according to approved procedures per product specification. Testing efficacy of inoculants through pot trials and assisting with trial protocol setup for field trials as well as testing compatibility of produced inoculants with other agriculture products. Determining survival rate of inoculants on seed and improving on survival. Maintaining GLP, GMP and GDP in the microbiology laboratory and production facility. Interpreting results and generate accurate, analytical and microbiological reports according to specified methods and procedures. Keeping up to date with scientific and research developments into phosphate solubilizing inoculants. Preparing and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Maintaining and preserving all cultures according to standard operating procedures. Salary package, including benefits, is highly negotiable depending on experience gained.

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