Technical Assistant Job Vacancy in South Africa at University of Pretoria in Pretoria

Job Title: First Technical Assistant : Bacteriology (Faculty of Veterinary Sciences)

Job ID:

20807

Location:

University of Pretoria

Full/Part Time:

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary:

Regular





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FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE
DEPARTMENT OF VETERINARY TROPICAL DISEASES
FIRST TECHNICAL ASSISTANT: BACTERIOLOGY
PEROMNES POST LEVEL 9


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In the pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate will be responsible for:
• Management of the bacteriology laboratory;
• Test and training services to Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital, internal academic departments, private commercial enterprises and veterinary practices;
• Performing laboratory examinations and tests;
• Providing technical support to researchers;
• Providing practical training to veterinary students and private laboratory personnel;
• Supporting quality assurance procedures;
• Maintenance of sample databases.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma in Veterinary Technology;
• Registration with the SA Veterinary Council as Veterinary Technologist;
• Three (3) years’ experience in a bacteriology laboratory;
• Two (2) years’ experience in laboratory financial administration;
• Computer Literacy: Basic MS Word and Excel; database and laboratory information software.



RECOMMENDATIONS:

• B Tech in Veterinary Technology;
• Attendance of the Professional Short Courses in Laboratory Systems (ISO 17025) and Internal Auditing (SANAS) (For All Standards) (5 days);
• One (1) year’s experience in laboratory supervision and practical/vocational training in a research and /or academic environment.

The total remuneration package for this position ranges from approximately R264 002 to R314 436 (excluding medical aid benefits) as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED medical aid scheme and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

Applicants are requested to apply online quoting the applicable reference number.

In application for this post, please attach:
• Comprehensive CV;
• Names and contact details (e-mail and telephone particulars) of 3 contactable referees.


CLOSING DATE: 6th June 2012

How to Apply:
http://www.up.ac.za/psp/career/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL