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University of Johannesburg

Senior Technician (P9) (Faculty of Science: Department of Chemical Sciences) (Re-advert)

FULL TIME

October 4, 2024

Advert reference: uj_001698

Advert status: Online

Apply by: 18 October 2024

Position Summary

Industry: Education & Training

Job category: Education and Training

Campus: Auckland Park Kingsway Campus

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: EE

Level: Skilled

Introduction

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development, and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor’s vision of “Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) for societal impact in the context of the changing social, political, and economic fortunes of Africa”.

Job description

The Department of Chemical Sciences is proud to be one of the largest departments at University of Johannesburg and in South Africa. In terms of teaching, the Department offers all the four core disciplines of chemistry, i.e., Analytical, Physical, Organic and Inorganic Chemistry. Our research focusses on several aspects including water treatment and purification,natural products, catalysis, computational chemistry, sensors, devices, nanomaterials, materials science, energy (solar, fuel cells, and supercapacitors), etc. The Department is also a host to SARCh I chair in nanotechnology and water. The Senior Technician will be responsible for the effective and efficient management of the undergraduate laboratories which may include the supervision of laboratory staff that are involved with these courses. The Senior Technical Officer reports directly to Ho D’s office.

Responsibilities:

Undergraduates’ laboratories:

Provide technical/advisory support.
Planning and supervising the preparation and presentation of undergraduate practical sessions.
Giving technical advice about practicals and undergraduate analytical instruments to lecturers and students.
Ensuring that all users have a uniform and constructive exposure to the laboratories.
Ensuring that all reagents are accurately prepared and standardised when necessary.
Ensuring that concentrations of unknown reagents are reported to the coordinating lecturer timeously.
Ensuring that laboratories are kept clean before, during and after practicals.
Ensuring that technical support staff are informed of and repair efficiently routine maintenance problems including plumbing, electrical, carpentry and locksmith problems.
Ensures that undergraduate instruments are maintained in optimum condition by monitoring cleaning, logbooks, keeping service records and contacting outside service repairmen when required.
Liaising with colleagues about new practicals.
Allocating the pilot study of new practical to laboratory staff.
Reporting on the success of proposed new laboratory sessions.
Adjusting existing practicals as required.
Help to manage a team of qualified technicians and other technical staff who renders a specialised service in the laboratories.
Conduct effective performance evaluations.
Monitoring and distributing workloads for laboratory technicians, assistants and cleaners.
Ensuring assigned workloads are carried out effectively and timeously.
Inducting and training new laboratory staff.
Reporting to the HOD’s office about training needs, disciplinary and performance related issues.
Assist in compiling and controlling a specific budget.
Planning and administering the annual undergraduate budget.
Ensuring that laboratory supplies and other supplies are ordered and delivered so that stock levels are maintained.
Evaluate equipment need and negotiate contacts for the pricing of equipment orders and service contracts.

Postgraduates' Laboratories:

Over and above, the incumbent will be required to monitor general safety practices, infrastructure needs, etc., on the research laboratories in liaison with academics working in those laboratories.

Minimum requirements

Minimum of an NQF 6 (Diploma) or equivalent
At least 5 years' exposure to managing undergraduate Analytical Chemistry laboratories
At least 2 years' exposure to leading technical staff manning undergraduate laboratories
Experience or previous participation in developing, conducting, and overseeing/demonstrating undergraduate practical sessions in Chemistry
Proven experience of dealing with chemical laboratory waste
Demonstratable awareness of the requirements of Laboratory safety Act
Functional knowledge and skills of stock control and procurement within budget important
Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety act 85 of 1993 requirements for chemical environments required
Advanced knowledge of equipment, chemicals, and laboratory practice (ISO 17025:2005) required

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

Problem solving and analysis
Technical aptitude
Planning and organising
Computer literacy
A team player with a passion for student training
Be competent in both oral and written communication

Recommendations:

A BSc degree in chemistry or working towards completion will be an added advantage
Knowledge of ISO 17025:2005 training is an added advantage

Enquiries:

Enquiries regarding the job content: Prof J Ramontja (HOD) on Tel: (011) 559 6754

Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits: Mr Lubabalo Mgedezi (HCM Business Partner) on Tel: (011) 559 3892/3010

Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.
Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.
For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO.

If you require technical support / assistance on the UJ e-recruitment website, please contact our service provider PNET on the following contact details: 0861 227337/010 140 3099 or email ujsupport@pnet.co.za.
Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.

In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

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