MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST_P003089
Listing reference: nwu_000546
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 18 March 2022
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: North West
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
FACULTY/ DIVISION: CENTRE FOR HUMAN METABOLOMICS
POSITION NUMBER: P003089
VACANCY: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST
PEROMNES GRADE: P10
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
Purpose: Performing routine analysis in CHM laboratories
Job description
● Operational activities include routine analysis, strict adherence to laboratory protocols and methods, routine equipment maintenance
● Quality Control verification and monitoring
● Accreditation - continuous contribution and maintenance of system
● General Laboratory Administration Tasks
● Ad hoc tasks.
Functional/ Technical Competencies:
● Basic computer literacy/skills
● Experience in Laboratory Information Systems is advantageous
● Basic knowledge in lab quality assurance and lab accreditation (ISO/SANAS)
● Basic knowledge of LC/GC-MS equipment and its’ applications.
● Reporting and verification of results
● Laboratory stock acquisition/ordering and timeous inventory management
● Equipment book of life and training logs maintenance
● Operating in accordance with ISO standards as well as writing of Standard Operating Procedures as required
● Adhere to occupational health and safety act as well as laboratory safety protocols
Behavioural competencies
● Proven ability to work in a multicultural environment
● Good communication Skills (Afrikaans and English)
● Being able to work under pressure and to remain calm in a stressful situation
● Ability to take instruction and provide guidance well
● Good ethical conduct and handling all patient information and data as confidential
Minimum requirements
● BSc. Hons Biochemistry or Chemistry or B.Tech Biomedical (Clinical Path/Chemistry path) is essential.
● Registration with Health Profession Council of South Africa is essential
● Candidates should be able to provide a portfolio of evidence for training undergone.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Derylize Beukes: Derelize.Beukes@nwu.ac.za
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Mpumi Mqina – 018 285 2009
CLOSING DATE: 17 March 2022
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: 01 May 2022
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
