UP Professional and Support
FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE
DEPARTMENT OF PARACLINICAL SCIENCES
POST TITLE: CONTROL TECHNICAL ASSISTANT
PEROMNES POST LEVEL 8
In 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 incumbent will be responsible for:
- The Tissue Culture and Veterinary Pharmaceutical Analytical Laboratories;
- Providing extensive technical support in cell culture techniques and immuno-assays (e.g. ELISA);
- Applying the basic principles of an ISO 17025 quality system;
- Assisting postgraduate students undertaking routine cell cultures and pharmaceutical analysis in the Section of Pharmacology, Toxicology and Phytomedicine;
- Assisting in facility administration and maintenance; and
- The maintenance of equipment and storage of chemicals.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A National Diploma and 5 years’ experience or B-Tech degree and 3 years’ experience in veterinary technology;
- Registration with the South African Veterinary Council as Veterinary Technologist; and
- Knowledge of tissue culture and/or phytomedicine and/or cell cultures and/or ELISA, HPLC and GC-MS analysis.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
- Ability to work independently and have the initiative and ability to develop and optimise new ELISA methods and cell culture techniques;
- Knowledge and understanding of ISO 17025 accreditation;
- Skilled in the use of MS Windows, MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint; and
- Appropriate language and communication skills.
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
- A postgraduate qualification, such as an MTech degree in veterinary technology or related field;
- At least twelve years’ experience in a veterinary pharmacology/toxicology laboratory directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified; and
- Experience in implementing the principles and standard operating procedures that encompass ISO 17025 accreditation.
PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
Applicants are requested to apply online at
In applying for this post, please attach:
- A comprehensive CV;
- Certified copies of qualifications and current SAVC registration; and
- Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.
CLOSING DATE: 10 November 2024
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES: MB Nyathela, Tel: (012) 529 - 8541 for application-related enquiries, and Prof N Qekwana, Tel: (012) 529 8239 for enquiries relating to the post content.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 January 2025, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.
By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.
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