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Technical Manager: Laboratory (Hans Hoheisen Wildlife Research Station)

Employer
Global Academy Jobs
Location
South Africa
Closing date
Nov 19, 2019

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Sector
Veterinary Medicine
Hours
Full Time
Organization Type
University and College
Jobseeker Type
Academic (e.g. 'Lecturer')

Job Details

UP Professional and Support

Faculty of Veterinary Science

Hans Hoheisen Wildlife Research Station

Technical Manager: Laboratory

Post Level 7

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

The Hans Hoheisen Wildlife Research Station (HHWRS), near Orpen in Mpumalanga, is a research platform managed by the Faculty of Veterinary Science. The station is within the Greater Kruger National Park and approximately 70km from Hoedspruit (the nearest town). Facilities at the station include a main building that houses a number of research laboratories (including a BSL 2+ laboratory), offices and an auditorium that seats 88 people, as well as a number of small flats where researchers, visitors and students are accommodated. The Faculty is looking for a Research Station Manager, who will be responsible for the management of HHWRS (including staff, finances and facilities) and will be in control of the management and administration of all laboratories in accordance with relevant legislation, regulations, UP policies and Faculty operating procedures. The position reports to the Faculty Manager. The manager will be expected to permanently live at the station.

Responsibilities:

The incumbent will be responsible for the following, which he/she should manage independently:
  • General management of the HHWRS, including developing and dynamically updating standard operating procedures for all activities at the station;
  • Directing and coordinating all support staff employed at the station, inclusive of staff development and performance management;
  • Ensuring a safe environment for staff, students and visitors;
  • Facilities maintenance and provision of bulk services (water, electricity, waste) at HHWRS and assist with facilities maintenance at the Hluvukani Animal Health Centre (30km from HHWRS);
  • Compiling annual budgets;
  • Controlling the annual operational budget in accordance with UP policies and ensuring strict expenditure control;
  • Develop and execute business plan for the research laboratories and ensure optimal use and excellent service delivery;
  • Ensure that laboratories meet requirements for accreditation and that accreditation is maintained;
  • Establish and monitor quality assurance programmes in laboratories;
  • Manage the sample biobank in accordance with relevant legislation and policies;
  • Equipment servicing and maintenance; and
  • Technical assistance to researchers and bench training in laboratory techniques.


Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Technology (Veterinary Technology) or equivalent;
  • 15 years' experience in veterinary laboratory technology, of which five years must be in a managerial capacity;
  • Extensive knowledge of UP systems (especially PeopleSoft) and relevant UP procedures; and
  • Experience in financial management.


Required Competencies (Skills, Knowledge and Behavioural Attributes):
  • Knowledge of business and management principles involved in planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, production methods and co-ordination of people and resource;
  • Well-developed planning, organisational and supervisory skills;
  • Learning facilitation and/or instruction skills;
  • Computer literacy;
  • Excellent communication and language skills in English, both written and verbal;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills; and
  • Ability to work independently and in isolation.


Added Advantages and Preferences:
  • Work experience in a research facility/station;
  • Work experience in an academic environment.


Please Note: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

Closing Date: 19 November 2019

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

Enquiries: Ms DM Ntlwana, Tel: (012) 529 8501 for application-related enquiries, and Dr PEA van Dam, Tel: (012) 529 8203 for enquiries relating to the post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 January 2020, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.

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