Officer post level 1011 Job ID 6093

Duties and responsibilities:
Operate and maintain different analytical equipment in the Chemistry department which includes ICPOES/MS TGA DSC porosity analyzer and XRD powder diffractometer.
Analyse chemical and material samples for the researchers postgraduate students post doctoral fellows graduate students researchers of other departments on campus and industrial and commercial collaborators
Train postgraduate students on equipment operations
Provide Safety support as a member of the Safety Committee
Maintain ICPOES/MS TGA DSC porosity analyzer and XRD powder diffractometer to ensure their proper functioning.
Responsible for regular stock taking of essential chemicals and monitor equipment.
Manage the space in the Laboratory where equipment is kept.
Write data analysis reports for every analysis.
Request an appraisal of quotations for new equipment services maintenance and other running expenses.
Schedule timely reports and follow up on job requests

Inherent requirements:
A B.Sc. Honours degree on NQF level 8 with specialization in Analytical Chemistry or related Chemistry.
A minimum of two years experience in the operation and maintenance of ICPOES/MS and/or TGA and/or DSC and/or porosity analyser and/or XRD powder diffractometer

Recommendations:
A Masters degree on NQF level 9 with a specialization in Analytical Chemistry or related Chemistry
Equipment management and one year of commercial/academic laboratory experience.
Experience in Laboratory and Safety Training.

Required competencies:
Results oriented.
The ability to stick with tasks not give up and overcome obstacles in completing ones task.
The ability to be reliable responsible dependable and to fulfil obligations.
Strategic thinking.
The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
The ability to be creative and openminded when addressing work issues.
Business Acumen:
The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
Proficient in using MS Office.
Demonstrates thorough knowledge/understanding of chemical analyses and interpretation of data.
Leading.
The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation energy and enthusiasm.
The ability to lead take charge of situations and offer opinions and directions to others.
Building coalitions
The ability to be selfassured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.
The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.

Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.
Copies of qualifications or proof of qualifications obtained (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
A copy of your identity document (SA ID or passport for foreign nationals).
Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if required).
A copy of your drivers license (if required).
Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).

Assumption of duties:
1 May 2025 or as soon as possible.

Closing date:
16 April 2025

Salary:
The annual remuneration package including benefits is R447 323.31 R562 750.48 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.

Enquiries:
For enquiries please feel free to contact me at or email at or Additionally kindly contact / 9810/ 9814/ 9848 for assistance.

General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence diversity and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the underrepresented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at : EEA13EE Plan UFS 1 March.pdf

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The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications you may assume that your application was unsuccessful