Technical Assistant: Animal Nutrition Lab

4 days ago

Bloemfontein, South Africa University of the Free State Full time

Job Title
- Technical Assistant: Animal Nutrition Lab (Contract appointment: 1 year) (Job ID: 6014)
- Organizational Unit
- University of the Free State -> Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences -> Department Animal Science
- Contract Type
- Contract
- Occupational Level
- Temporary
- Location
- Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
- Closing Date
- 31/1/2025
- Description

**Duties and responsibilities**:

- Receive samples from internal and external clients and organise them via their priority level with sample lists accompanying them.
- Maintenance and cleaning of laboratory equipment and infrastructure.
- Perform and maintain laboratory procedures, equipment calibration, documentation, and records.
- Work independently or as a team to complete assigned projects. Work is reviewed by senior laboratory staff or senior department staff and the Head of the Department (HOD).
- Identify problems or potential issues and refer to senior staff and/or the Head of Department for assistance.
- Assist students with the use of departmental laboratories and equipment.
- Assist in managing and the issuing of fieldwork equipment to students and staff members.
- Perform ad-hoc tasks as prescribed by the senior laboratory staff and Head of Department.
- Perform various other duties, projects and activities as assigned by supervisor or manager within the physical constraints of the job.

**Inherent requirements**:

- Grade 12 or National Vocational Certificate on NQF Level 4.
- A minimum of one (1) year of experience relating to the duties and responsibilities in a material science laboratory preferably an Animal Nutrition Laboratory.

**Recommendations**:

- An applicable bachelor’s degree on NQF Level 7.
- SACNASP registered.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Competencies

**Required competencies**:

- **Results oriented.**:

- The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
- The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.

**- Strategic thinking.**
- The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
- The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.

**- Business Acumen**:

- The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
- Proficient in using MS Office.

**- Leading.**
- The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
- The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.

**- Building coalitions**
- The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
- The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.
- A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.
- Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
- A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
- Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
- A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable).
- Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).

**Assumption of duties**:
As soon as possible.

**Closing date**:
31 January 2025

**Salary**:
The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R230 949.26 - R349 814.41 per annum, depending on the budget available for the position, relevant work experience and qualifications.

**Fringe benefits**:
(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.

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