Internal Advert: Senior Laboratory Assistant

1 week ago


Eastern Cape, South Africa Rhodes University Full time

**Internal Advert: Senior Laboratory Assistant (Grade 05)**

** Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology and Bioinformatics**

**Main Objectives**
Preparation and setting out of basic solutions, more complex reagents with assistance, and dispensing. Setting out equipment required for undergraduate practicals; cleaning of laboratories; stocking of Biochemistry Laboratory lockers; decontamination of all biological waste, including that of the wider campus; ensuring supplies of glassware and plastic ware, and sterilising all routine consumables; quarterly checking of laboratory equipment according to schedules set out on the Preventative Maintenance Programme; moving of gas cylinders into laboratories; driving busses for field trips.

**The Requirements**
- Knowledge of basic analytical procedures related to the biological sciences
- Previous experience working in a laboratory.
- Basic mathematical aptitude
- A valid, unendorsed driver’s license, with PDP, or the ability to get a PDP.

**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 outlining your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.

- Short-listing meeting scheduled for the **TBC** 2025.
- The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.

**Remuneration per annum (Grade 05)**:
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R179 542

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R261 561

**Closing Date: 03 December 2025**

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 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act 13 of 2022 and Rhodes 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**

Underpinning these values is the moral duty of accountability and courage: we acknowledge that we are answerable to each other, our Council and ultimately, the South African society for the decisions we make and the actions we take. We are committed to openness and transparency in our governance, our decision-making and in the execution of our responsibilities and in demonstrating courage in confronting those who violate the values for which we stand.



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