Principal Technical Officer

2 months ago

Eastern Cape, South Africa Rhodes University Full time

**Principal Technical Officer (Grade 12)**

**Biochemistry Microbiology & Bioinformatics**

**Main Objectives**

Management of the Undergraduate Facility, entailing responsibility for the daily running of the facility and the weekly practical sessions provide technical support to the postgraduate facility in conjunction with the technical staff.

**The Requirements**
A Bachelor’s Degree in Science (Microbiology, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology) PLUS approximately 4 years ‘relevant experience where such experience includes:
- Previous experience of the analytical procedures and scientific methods used in the fields of Microbiology and/or Biochemistry at the undergraduate level
- Previous hands-on experience in Molecular Biology techniques
- Previous research experience in the fields of Microbiology and/or Biochemistry would be an advantage.
- At least one year of previous working experience in laboratory management is essential
- Experience working in a computerized environment
- Previous experience in ordering stock and maintaining laboratory equipment as well as running undergraduate practicals in Microbiology and Biochemistry will be an advantage
- Previous applicable staff supervision experience

**Application Process**

**The following documents are required**:

- A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following:
- Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.- A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.
- Short-listing meeting scheduled for the **TBC**:

- The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.

**Remuneration per annum (Grade 12)**:
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R440,529.00

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R585,785.00

Rhodes University has a vaccination mandate as part of its Conditions of Service. The implementation of the vaccine mandate has been held in abeyance from 01 January 2023. Should the COVID-19 situation change in a way that the number of cases of COVID-19 pose a threat to the University, the implementation of the Vaccine Mandate will be re-activated and all staff would be required to be fully vaccinated.

**Closing Date: 26 November 2024**

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Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.

These values are:
**Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion

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