Research and Laboratory Coordinator

2 weeks ago


Pretoria, 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 timber-related industry or academic experience;
- Driver's License.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

- PhD (Civil Engineering or Wood Science);
- Five years of timber-related 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: 10 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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