Senior Laboratory Assistant M000986
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
- Responsible for assisting of all undergraduate contact and ODL practicals per semester and ordering of undergraduate chemicals/and apparatus.
- Prepare and assemble apparatus as well as needed chemical substances used in a Physical - and Life Science laboratory and fully participate in practical sessions allocated to him/her.
- Perform various practicals in modules according to good practice and standard operating procedures.
- Supervise and mentor students with regards to sample handling, preparation and storage of equipment.
- Maintain the Physical Science and Life Science Laboratory/i@Ji apparatus and chemical store rooms in a well ordered and clean state.
- Regularly check instruments (e.g. balances, spectrophotometers, pH meters) for calibration, services and repair/ordered repair to maintain good working order for practicals.
- Managing medical and chemical waste removal.
- Responsible for all health and safety issues in all Physical- and Life Science laboratories, which include workshop and training attendance.
- Promote and enforce health and safety guidelines (first aid, firefighting and safety controls).
- Mark the practical reports of students as ordered by academic lecturers.
- General laboratory admin and day-to-day management (quotations, orders, stock-taking, logbooks, schedules, compiling standard operating procedures).
- Data capturing and processing with specialised software while preserving data integrity.
- Perform other duties assigned by the head of department.
Minimum requirements
- An Advanced Certificate (NQF level 5) with relevant sub-disciplines in Physical Sciences (Chemistry & Physics) and/or Life Science (Biology; Zoology & / Botany).
- A minimum of two (2) years’ work experience in the management or aid with practical work in Life Science and Physical Science subjects at a university or management of a school laboratory – a position as a teacher in Physical - and Life Science in secondary schools and or tertiary education institutes.
ADDED ADVANTAGE
- Either study towards a relevant degree like B Ed/B.Sc. or B.Sc. Ed. (NQF level 7) with relevant sub-disciplines in Physical Sciences (Chemistry & Physics) and Life Science ( Biology; Zoology & / Botany) OR a relevant teacher qualification, e.g. PGCE (NQF level 7).
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Knowledge of Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, Botany, Life – and Natural Science.
- Advanced computer skills.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Able to operate in a multi-lingual working environment.
REMUNERATION
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGADING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Dr. Pentecost Nkhoma, Tel No: 018 389-2297
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr. Sello Kgori, Tel No: 018 389-2159
CLOSING DATE: 31 January 2024
COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
Kindly take note: applications may only 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 the Employment Equity Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the aforementioned 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.
