Laboratory Assistant

2 weeks ago


Pretoria, South Africa University of Pretoria Full time

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be responsible for:

- Cleaning of facilities;
- Preparation of lecture halls for student practical training;
- Storage of the osteology collection;
- Assist with preparing of practical training material through the different methods of:

- Embalming;
- Cooking, cleaning, defatting of bones;
- Building skeletons;
- Building of frames for skeletons (including welding, painting and mounting on wheels etc) for larger animals;
- Assist with maintaining the exhibitions of the Anatomy Museum, making Perspex containers as needed;
- Delivery duties; and
- Provide technical support for researchers, lecturers and students.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

- Grade 12 with 2 years’ experience in the following:

- Working with dead animals including storage, upkeep and harvesting;
- Preparation and cleaning of student training halls; and
- Embalming.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES)
- Proficient knowledge of the use of chemicals such as formalin and embalming fluids;
- Some knowledge of the anatomy of a dog/cat/horse/bovine/ovine/porcine;
- Diligence and attention to detail;
- Appropriate language and communication skills;
- Good interpersonal skills and proven ability to work in a team (relate to students and colleagues/peers/academics); and

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

- Valid driver’s licence
- Experience towing a horsebox
- Hoist and lifting equipment training; and
- Welding experience.

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.
- A comprehensive CV;
- Certified copies of qualifications;

CLOSING DATE: 5 April 2023

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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