Junior Laboratory Analyst (P001320)
Listing reference: nwu_002229
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 30 November 2023
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Others: Education and Training
Location: Potchefstroom
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.
About our company
NWU
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
PC RESEARCH INSTITUTE FOR INDUSTRIAL PHARMACY INC. CENQAM
POSITION NUMBER: P001320
VACANCY: JUNIOR LABORATORY ANALYST
PEROMNES GRADE: P13
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FIXED-TERM APPOINTMENT
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Generate Quality Control testing results by performing various pharmaceutical analyses, using HPLC, according to specific analytical procedures and a defined Quality Management System
Job description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Performing analyses in HPLC laboratory:
- Performing HPLC analysis
- Mobile phase, diluent /solvent, buffer solution, sample solution and standard solution preparation pH meter calibration and measurements
- Daily temperature, water conductivity and balance verification
- Waste management
- Assistance in root cause analysis of analytical investigations and deviations
2. Administrative tasks:
- Data processing and compiling of documents for data processing Interpret data and report any out of specification and out of trend results to line manager.
- Implementation of quality system
3. Time management:
- Productivity in planning and executing analysis Timely and accurate completion of each analysis Attendance, tardiness and sick leave trends.
4. CPBS Sustainability:
- Promoting quality culture by attending planned training sessions, eliminating quality management system related deficiencies by being actively involved in CAPA and Risk management activities, thereby adding value to the QMS.
- Promoting business and customer service targets by: Providing support to the CPBS as required by Section/Division Managers and QMS requirements.
- Time management and planning (including leave trends, working hours)
- Dedication towards performing of all KPA.
5.Other tasks:
- From time to time, managers can expect staff to perform tasks, not defined specifically in the job description, which will be to the benefit of the general business of the RIIP/CENQAM. The tasks will be related to the general business, and within the competency of the staff member.
- Back-up for data processing and verification.
Minimum requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Grade 12 with Science or Mathematics as subject (at least 40%).
- A minimum of 1 year experience in a Pharmaceutical analytical lab in the case of a degree or diploma in analytical chemistry.
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Pharmaceutical analytical lab in case of Matric (with mathematics & science at least 40%)
FUNCTIONAL / TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS)
- Proven knowledge of HPLC analyses, Proven knowledge of Pharmaceutical Quality Management Systems (GMP, ISO 17025).
- Understanding and correctly executing HPLC methods; Adhere to in-house quality system by following SOP’s and Recognising deviations and analytical errors.
- Ability to do pharmaceutical calculations in order to prepare solutions with set molarity or normality; percentage calculations; basic statistics (average SD and %RSD); and equivalence calculations.
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
- Hardworking, be able to work as part of a team, punctual.
- Responsible, accountable, ethical.
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 REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Anita Wessels on 018 299 2325
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Janine Da Gama on 0169103451
CLOSING DATE: 30 November 2023
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: 01 January 2024
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.