Research and Laboratory Coordinator

2 weeks ago


Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa University of Pretoria Full time

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Stimulating the development of a sustainable, mass engineered timber construction industry in South Africa and the African continent based on advanced engineered wood products from locally grown forest plantations;
  • Executing transdisciplinary research to support the development of the mass engineered timber construction industry;
  • Executing transdisciplinary teaching and learning to support the development of the mass engineered timber construction industry;
  • Collaborating with international research and education institutes to transfer knowledge and develop new knowledge;
  • Networking with local partners, including academic institutions, research and development institutions, industry bodies and industry partners, and
  • Advising on South African National Standards (SANS) technical committees.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • M.Eng (Civil) or M.Sc (Wood Science);
  • Two years of timberrelated industry or academic experience;
  • Driver's License.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

  • PhD (Civil Engineering or Wood Science);
  • Five years of timberrelated industry or academic experience;
  • At least one ISI accredited Journal Publication.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

Knowledge
Timber Properties

Timber Design

Timber Preservation

Strength of Materials

Timber Manufacturing

Technical Competencies
Perform material tests

Prepare specimens

Publish and present research

Perform design simulations

Behavioural Competencies
Team player

Self-motivated

Ambitious

Respectful to others

Act with integrity

Organised


The all-inclusive remuneration package for this contract position will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines.


  • A comprehensive CV;
  • Certified copies of qualifications;

CLOSING DATE:
21 February 202- The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity._

  • The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions._

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