NATIONAL HEALTH LABORATORY SERVICES (NHLS) VACANCIES

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GRANTS VACANCIES
 
BUSINESS UNIT: ACADEMIC AFFAIRS RESEARCH AND QUALITY ASSURANCE
DISCIPLINE: NPP, VIROLOGY
POSITION: PRINCIPAL MEDICAL SCIENTIST
(FIXED TERM CONTRACT ENDING 31 MARCH 2025) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MSP
LOCATION: IALCH
REGION KWA-ZULU NATAL
REFERENCE NUMBER: CORPAARQA1023/001/01
 
Key Job Responsibility:Independent research and managing a research group, producing complex and scientific reports and responsible for overall management of multiple research projects, interpretation, techniques and procedures Develop and implement proposals/protocols/new technologies/new approaches Publish peer-reviewed articles Training and formal supervision of staff and students at all levels (including intern Medical Scientists and Medical Technologists; including development, delivery and evaluation of training programs and/or other tools  Local or national invited/appointed membership to scientific committee Evidence of national and international conference and other research forum presentations by candidate or supervised students (parts of candidates research group) Involved in successful full funding of own research group activities for at least 3 projects  Decides on specialized knowledge to advise medical professionals on appropriate testing and interpretation of results  Oversees and trains staff Recognized nationally in terms of diagnostic expertise or specialist in a field Manages, monitors, controls stock, work flows and turnaround times Management of quality system including the implementation of appropriate quality assurance procedures, audit the Quality Control (QC) results and takes the appropriate action Manage SANAS accreditation requirements.
 
Minimum requirements & key competency: Msc or equivalent in Medical Science in relevant field/PHD (NQF Level 9)5 years relevant experience as Scientist  At least 1 year management experience  At least 2 years experience in next generation sequencing  Registered with HPCSA as Medical Scientist (Virology)Knowledge of laboratory instruments  Knowledge of interpreting numerical laboratory results  Communication skills  Customer Care  Interpersonal Skills  Analytical Skills Problem solving Skills Attention to detail Ability to work under pressure and dealing with high work volumes while keeping abreast with academic literature Computer Literacy Skills Attention to detail.
 
Enquiries may be directed to Ntsane Seleso @ (011) 386 6145, or e-mail application to Corporate2@nhls.ac.za
 
 
 
 
 
BUSINESS UNIT: ACADEMIC AFFAIRS RESEARCH AND QUALITY ASSURANCE
DISCIPLINE: NPP
POSITION: PRINCIPAL MEDICAL SCIENTIST
(FIXED TERM CONTRACT ENDING 31 MARCH 2025) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MSP
LOCATION: CMJAH
REGION CORPORATE
REFERENCE NUMBER: CORPAARQA1023/001/02
 
Key Job Responsibility: Independent research and managing a research group, producing complex and scientific reports and responsible for overall management of multiple research projects, interpretation, techniques and procedures Develop and implement proposals/protocols/new technologies/new approaches Publish peer-reviewed articles  Training and formal supervision of staff and students at all levels (including intern Medical Scientists and Medical Technologists; including development, delivery and evaluation of training programs and/or other tools  Local or national invited/appointed membership to scientific committee Evidence of national and international conference and other research forum presentations by candidate or supervised students (parts of candidates research group) Involved in successful full funding of own research group activities for at least 3 projects Decides on specialized knowledge to advise medical professionals on appropriate testing and interpretation of results Oversees and trains staff Recognized nationally in terms of diagnostic expertise or specialist in a field Manages, monitors, controls stock, work flows and turnaround times Management of quality system including the implementation of appropriate quality assurance procedures, audit the Quality Control (QC) results and takes the appropriate action Manage SANAS accreditation requirements.
 
Minimum requirements & key competency: Msc or equivalent in Medical Science in relevant field/PHD (NQF 9)5 years relevant experience as Scientist At least 1 year management experience At least 2 years experience in next generation sequence Registered with HPCSA as Medical Scientist Knowledge of laboratory instruments Knowledge of interpreting numerical laboratory results Communication skills  Customer Care Interpersonal Skills Analytical Skills Problem solving Skills Attention to detail Ability to work under pressure and dealing with high work volumes while keeping abreast with academic literature Computer Literacy Skills Attention to detail.
 
Enquiries may be directed to Ntsane Seleso @ (011) 386 6145, or e-mail application to Corporate2@nhls.ac.za
 
 
 
 
 
BUSINESS UNIT: ACADEMIC AFFAIRS RESEARCH AND QUALITY ASSURANCE
DISCIPLINE: NPP
LOCATION: CMJAH
REGION GAUTENG
POSITION: BIOINFORMATICIST (FIXED TERM CONTRACT ENDING 31 MARCH 2025)
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GRADE: D1
REFERENCE NUMBER: CORPAARQA1023-001-03
 
Key Job Responsibility: ■To engage with users and assist with next-generation sequencing (NGS) data analysis■Perform basic and advanced analysis and interpretation on data produced from next generation sequencing systems (e.g. Roche 454, Illumina or Ion torrent platforms) as well as develop, improve, modify and operate data analysis pipelines■ To conduct and initiate research in the area of NGS data analysis■ Work closely with researchers and collaborators to generate/provide data analysis reports, project reports and perform custom analysis as requested■ To participate in training employees/staff with bioinformatics skills and build confidence amongst users to analyze and understand their own data resulting in improved and effective research outcomes■ To perform a total Data Quality Management of the facility which involves the implementation and monitoring of systems to ensure accurate and reliable results■ Monitors and manages bioinformatics requests/projects to ensure objectives are achieved in terms of turnaround times, cost control, quality and service■ Responsible for overseeing and monitoring of software tools and data resources to ensure smooth operation of the sequencing facility■ To develop and implement costing model for Bioinformatic solutions■ To maintain hardware and software infrastructure■ To establish strong collaborative links with experts in the area of bioinformatics.
 
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■Msc in Molecular Biology or Related discipline (NQF Level 9) ■ MSc in Bioinformatics and PHD (Desirable) ■ 6 years’ experience with Next-generation sequencing data analysis■ Experience with the relevant sequence analysis tolls/best practices■ Background or experience in molecular biology or microbiology■ Experience with working in a Linux/Unix environment (Desirable)■ Strong bioinformatics analysis and scripting experience including proficiency with a scripting language (e.g. Python, Java, Perl).■ TCP/IP knowledge will be an added advantage■ Project Management■ Have proven ability in formulating and/or implementing high-level bioinformatics solutions■ Project management, Financial management and costing skills■ Innovation and problem-solving skills■ Ability to write successful grant applications and reports to funders and to publish findings in scientific journals■ Ability to work with others including international collaborators and to manage junior staff and students.
 
Enquiries may be directed to Ntsane Seleso @ (011) 386 6145, or e-mail application to Corporate2@nhls.ac.za
 
 
 
 

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BUSINESS UNIT: ACADEMIC AFFAIRS RESEARCH AND QUALITY ASSURANCE
DISCIPLINE: NPP, VIROLOGY
LOCATION: IALCH VIROLOGY/SEQUENCING
REGION KWAZULU NATAL
POSITION: BIOINFORMATICIST (FIXED TERM CONTRACT ENDING 31 MARCH 2025)
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GRADE: D1
REFERENCE NUMBER: CORPAARQA1023-001-04
 
Key Job Responsibility: ■To engage with users and assist with next-generation sequencing (NGS) data analysis■Perform basic and advanced analysis and interpretation on data produced from next generation sequencing systems (e.g. Roche 454, Illumina or Ion torrent platforms) as well as develop, improve, modify and operate data analysis pipelines■ To conduct and initiate research in the area of NGS data analysis■ Work closely with researchers and collaborators to generate/provide data analysis reports, project reports and perform custom analysis as requested■ To participate in training employees/staff with bioinformatics skills and build confidence amongst users to analyze and understand their own data resulting in improved and effective research outcomes■ To perform a total Data Quality Management of the facility which involves the implementation and monitoring of systems to ensure accurate and reliable results■ Monitors and manages bioinformatics requests/projects to ensure objectives are achieved in terms of turnaround times, cost control, quality and service■ Responsible for overseeing and monitoring of software tools and data resources to ensure smooth operation of the sequencing facility■ To develop and implement costing model for Bioinformatic solutions■ To maintain hardware and software infrastructure■ To establish strong collaborative links with experts in the area of bioinformatics.
 
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■Msc in Molecular Biology or Related discipline (NQF Level 9) ■ MSc in Bioinformatics and PHD (Desirable) ■ 6 years’ experience with Next-generation sequencing data analysis■ Experience with the relevant sequence analysis tolls/best practices■ Background or experience in molecular biology or microbiology■ Experience with working in a Linux/Unix environment (Desirable)■ Strong bioinformatics analysis and scripting experience including proficiency with a scripting language (e.g. Python, Java, Perl).■ TCP/IP knowledge will be an added advantage■ Project Management■ Have proven ability in formulating and/or implementing high-level bioinformatics solutions■ Project management, Financial management and costing skills■ Innovation and problem-solving skills■ Ability to write successful grant applications and reports to funders and to publish findings in scientific journals■ Ability to work with others including international collaborators and to manage junior staff and students.
 
Enquiries may be directed to Ntsane Seleso @ (011) 386 6145, or e-mail application to Corporate2@nhls.ac.za
 
 
 
 
 
 
BUSINESS UNIT: ACADEMIC AFFAIRS RESEARCH AND QUALITY ASSURANCE
DISCIPLINE: NPP, VIROLOGY
LOCATION: TYGERBERG
REGION WESTERN CAPE
POSITION: BIOINFORMATICIST (FIXED TERM CONTRACT ENDING 31 MARCH 2025)
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GRADE: D1
REFERENCE NUMBER: CORPAARQA1023-001-05
 
Key Job Responsibility: ■To engage with users and assist with next-generation sequencing (NGS) data analysis■Perform basic and advanced analysis and interpretation on data produced from next generation sequencing systems (e.g. Roche 454, Illumina or Ion torrent platforms) as well as develop, improve, modify and operate data analysis pipelines■ To conduct and initiate research in the area of NGS data analysis■ Work closely with researchers and collaborators to generate/provide data analysis reports, project reports and perform custom analysis as requested■ To participate in training employees/staff with bioinformatics skills and build confidence amongst users to analyze and understand their own data resulting in improved and effective research outcomes■ To perform a total Data Quality Management of the facility which involves the implementation and monitoring of systems to ensure accurate and reliable results■ Monitors and manages bioinformatics requests/projects to ensure objectives are achieved in terms of turnaround times, cost control, quality and service■ Responsible for overseeing and monitoring of software tools and data resources to ensure smooth operation of the sequencing facility■ To develop and implement costing model for Bioinformatics solutions■ To maintain hardware and software infrastructure■ To establish strong collaborative links with experts in the area of bioinformatics.
 
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■Msc in Molecular Biology or Related discipline (NQF Level 9) ■ MSc in Bioinformatics and PHD (Desirable) ■ 6 years’ experience with Next-generation sequencing data analysis■ Experience with the relevant sequence analysis tolls/best practices■ Background or experience in molecular biology or microbiology■ Experience with working in a Linux/Unix environment (Desirable)■ Strong bioinformatics analysis and scripting experience including proficiency with a scripting language (e.g. Python, Java, Perl).■ TCP/IP knowledge will be an added advantage■ Project Management■ Have proven ability in formulating and/or implementing high-level bioinformatics solutions■ Project management, Financial management and costing skills■ Innovation and problem-solving skills■ Ability to write successful grant applications and reports to funders and to publish findings in scientific journals■ Ability to work with others including international collaborators and to manage junior staff and students.
 
Enquiries may be directed to Ntsane Seleso @ (011) 386 6145, or e-mail application to Corporate2@nhls.ac.za
 
 
 
 
 
BUSINESS UNIT: ACADEMIC AFFAIRS RESEARCH AND QUALITY ASSURANCE
DISCIPLINE: ACADEMIC AFFAIRS AND RESEARCH
LOCATION: SANDRINGHAM
REGION CORPORATE
POSITION: MONITORING AND EVALUATION MANAGER
(FIXED TERM CONTRACT ENDING 31 MARCH 2025)
PAY GRADE: D2
REFERENCE NUMBER: CORPAARQA1023/001-06
 
Key Job Responsibilities: ■To develop and strengthen strategies for monitoring and evaluation of research activities within the NHLS ■Introduce effective tools to monitor project activities, progress and outputs■ Develop monitoring and evaluation indicators to efficiently measure and report outputs and successes■ Monitoring and evaluation of overall achievements and progress including sustainability■ Provide monthly, quarterly, half-yearly and annual reports on NHLS research activities■ Conduct capacity assessment on existing monitoring and evaluation system■ Participate in annual project reviews and planning workshops and contribute to preparation of relevant reports■ Conduct capacity assessment on existing monitoring and evaluation system■ Participate in annual project reviews and planning workshops and contribute to preparation of relevant reports■ Assist researchers with monitoring and evaluation tools and support them in their use. ■Prepare and maintain monitoring and evaluation database■ Perform other duties as required■ Understanding of stakeholder requirements for monitoring and evaluation and advising AAR and researchers.
 
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■National Diploma: Information Technology, Computer Science (NQF 6) or BSc Honours in Public Health and Epidemiology (NQF 8) ■ Registration with HPCSA (Desirable) ■ master’s degree in public health, Epidemiology, Information Technology or Related Field (NQF 9) (Desirable) ■ Eight (8) years’ experience in monitoring and evaluation inclusive of Two (2) years’ experience in database development■ Five (5) years managerial/supervisory experience■ Two (2) years previous experience in a research environment (Desirable) ■Knowledge of Designing/developing monitoring and evaluation systems■ Knowledge of Developing and implementing monitoring tools■ Knowledge of Data Analysis and interpretation■ Knowledge of Research Methodology (Desirable) ■Knowledge of Writing of grant proposals (Desirable) ■ Knowledge of Writing of a publications (Desirable) ■ Computer Literacy■ Analytical skills■ Communication skills (Verbal and Written) ■ Interpersonal Skills■ Budgeting Skills■ Data Analysis and interpretation skills■ Scientific writing skills (Desirable).
 
Enquiries may be directed to Ntsane Seleso @ (011) 386 6145, or e-mail application to Corporate2@nhls.ac.za

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BUSINESS UNIT: OFFICE OF THE CEO
DISCIPLINE: BUSINESS INTELLINGENCE UNIT
LOCATION: SANDRINGHAM
POSITION: DATA ANALYSTS
FIXED TERM CONTRACT (12 MONTHS) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
GRADE: C3
REFERENCE NUMBER: CORPCEO1023/001-02
 
Key Job Responsibility: ■ To oversee the development and sustainability of regular reports requested, externally or internally, and the ad hoc extraction of data, in an ethical manner, for researchers to support the NHLS research and delivery improvement mandates. ■ To develop a detailed understanding of the information required by external and internal stakeholders to ensure the delivery of pertinent, accurate information to support healthcare policy decisions. ■ To perform literature searches to supplement specialist knowledge. ■ To improve the accuracy of data in the CDW by working with IT specialists to resolve any data quality problems that are identified. ■ To profile data and design and validate reports which support the information requirements of internal and external stakeholders. ■ To generate, analyse and interpret statistical data to provide support to the NHLS.
 
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ National Diploma in Information Technology (NQF Level 6), BSc Degree in Biological Sciences/Public Health/ Epidemiology (NQF 7)■ Three (3) years working in IT, specifically relational databases, business intelligence, data warehousing and analysis ■ knowledge of structured query language and use of data query tools ■ Experience in the health sector environment (highly advantageous) ■ knowledge of spatial (GIS) reporting (Desirable) ■ knowledge of data quality management practices ■ Excellent inter-personal and communication skills ■ Analytical skills ■ Problem Solving skills ■ Attention to detail ■ Self-motivated ■ Ability to work independently ■Time Management skills.
 
Enquiries may be directed to Ntsane Seleso @ (011) 386 6145, or e-mail application to Corporate2@nhls.ac.za
 
 
 
 
 
BUSINESS UNIT: ACADEMIC AFFAIRS, RESEARCH AND QUALITY ASSURANCE
DISCIPLINE: QUALITY ASSURANCE
LOCATION: SANDRINGHAM
POSITION: COORDINATOR-PROJECT (FIXED TERM CONTRACT ENDING
30 SEPTEMBER 2024) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: C4
REFERENCE NUMBER: CORPAARQA1123/001-01
 
Key Job Responsibility: ■To coordinate all continuous quality improvement project activities related to accreditation of laboratories, efficient provision of HIV Point of Care Proficiency Testing and Independent Quality Control■ To coordinate meetings related to the project with all stakeholders■ To ensure that supplies are available for provision of Proficiency Testing Schemes and Independent Quality Control samples and training panels■ To follow up on procurement activities with both suppliers and NHLS departments■ To coordinate training and workshops■ To monitor accreditation progress of laboratories■ To collate audit reports and analyse data for laboratories to identify gaps for improvement projects or training■ To prepare and coordinate project reports and presentations for Management, Department of Health, Partners and Sponsors to ensure that the project is communicated efficiently among stakeholders■ To ensure that all project documents are kept up to date in line with the approved protocol and filed for record and audit purposes■ To monitor the project budget and financial activities■ To monitor and control the project plan to ensure that the project is implemented in accordance with sponsor and NHLS requirements.
 
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ National Diploma in Project/Business Administration/ Laboratory or related (NQF Level 6) ■ Certificate in Project Management■ Four (4) years project coordination experience in the relevant field ■ Knowledge of project management methodologies■ Knowledge of project reporting■ Knowledge of project coordination■ Computer Literacy■ Strong written and verbal communication skills■ Excellent interpersonal skills■Attention to details■ Project management skills■ Administrative skills■ Report writing■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
 
Enquiries may be directed to Ntsane Seleso @ (011) 386 6145, or e-mail application to Corporate2@nhls.ac.za
 
 
 
 
 
BUSINESS UNIT: ACADEMIC AFFAIRS RESEARCH AND QUALITY ASSURANCE
DISCIPLINE: ACADEMIC AFFAIRS AND RESEARCH
LOCATION: SANDRINGHAM
POSITION: ANALYST DEVELOPER (FIXED TERM CONTRACT) (SIX MONTHS)
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GRADE: C5
REFERENCE NUMBER: CORPAARQA1123/001/10
 
Key Job Responsibility: ■Participate in projects to understand new target systems processes and provisioning needs and implement solutions■ Communicates any and all progress, roadblocks, issues to the team and management in a timely manner■ Facilitate Joint Analysis and Design (JAD) Sessions, conduct business interviews and other information gathering techniques in order to determine business requirements■ Design complex technical solutions in line with the Business requirements to ensure clarity and completeness of the solution■ Develop and debug complex system components in line with technical specifications for quality implementation purpose throughout the full systems development life cycle■ Determine and evaluate performance measures of the system to ensure optimal utilization■Scrub, manipulate and load data from other sources into the systems to ensure accuracy and correctness of information■Provides code review, testing, debugging, technical documentation, general testing instructions and lead/assist in go-live planning, go-live moves, and post-live support■ Test across multiple browsers, platforms, and devices including smartphones and tablets■ Troubleshoot and support issues identified■ Ensure all change management and compliance procedures are being followed■ Identify best practices in development (Strict governance enforced). ■ Oversee resources associated with the design, development, testing and implementation phases of projects to ensure quality deliverables and assist in their growth including training and mentoring of Junior developers■ Provide training and documentation to relevant stakeholders to ensure they understand and can achieve optimal system utilization■ Perform other duties as required or assigned by emergency or other operational reasons for which the employee is qualified to perform.
 
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■National Diploma in Information Technology (NQF Level 6) ■Postgraduate degree in Computer Science or Information Technology (Desirable) ■ 6 (six) years’ experience as a Software Developer■ Knowledge of Microsoft Visual Studio, C#■ Knowledge of JavaScript and JQuery, HTML5 and CCS3■ Knowledge of Microsoft.Net technologies including: WCF, WPF, WF, LINQ and EF■ Knowledge of web development technologies including ASP.NET, MVC3, JavaScript, AJAX and CSS■ Knowledge of database development including relational database design, SQL and ORM technologies■ Knowledge of user interface design and prototyping■ Knowledge of source control management systems and continuous integration/deployment environments■Knowledge of leading and managing the delivery of system/software development projects in a structured environment■Knowledge of in the usage of UML■ Knowledge of configuring and developing customizations for Microsoft SharePoint■Knowledge of SDLC■ Knowledge of Automated Testing■ Software development approaches and methodologies including agile and waterfall■ Multi-threading and concurrency■ Debugging, performance profiling and optimization■Comprehensive understanding of object –oriented and service-oriented application development techniques and theories.
 
Enquiries may be directed to Ntsane Seleso @ (011) 386 6145, or e-mail application to Corporate2@nhls.ac.za
 
 
 
 
 
BUSINESS UNIT: ACADEMIC AFFAIRS RESEARCH AND QUALITY ASSURANCE
DISCIPLINE: ACADEMIC AFFAIRS AND RESEARCH
LOCATION: SANDRINGHAM
POSITION: PROCUREMENT OFFICER
(FIXED TERM CONTRACT ENDING 30 SEPTEMBER 2024) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B5
REFERENCE NUMBER: CORPAARQA1023/01-07
 
Key Job Responsibility: ■ To ensure all requisitions are being converted into purchase orders timeously according to the standard procurement procedure■ To measure supplier performance by following up [in writing or telephonically] on overdue orders on a weekly and monthly basis and generate reports for the procurement supervisor■ To have supplier data packs completed by new suppliers and have information captured on Oracle by Procurement [Data Management] ■To address constraints and delays by proactively communicating the procurement requirements with the internal and external customers■ In regions where needed, to place request for quotes (RFQ), contractors or source quotations or equipment below the cut off amount as per specification from end-users contract as per NHLS functionality evaluation and processes■ To perform general procurement administration e.g ensuring that all documents are printed and filed for record and audit purposes, etc ■ To clean up of the system by closing open orders in accordance to procedure■ To compile monthly and quarterly reports ■To report non-conforming suppliers to Corporate Procurement to enable them to blacklist companies as and when required in accordance with the National Treasury Regulations.
 
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■Grade 12■ Certificate in Supply Chain Management/Logistics / Business Administration/Commerce (NQF Level 5) ■ 3 (Three) years in purchasing / buying/ tenders/ contracts■Experience in I-procurement/ RFQ purchasing■ Knowledge of an ERP system [Oracle, SAP, etc]■ Knowledge of PFMA, PPPFA and BBBEE requirements■ I-procurement/ RFQ purchasing■ Basic reporting writing skills■ Communication skills ■ Computer Literacy (Advanced MS Excel) ■ Prioritising skills■ Ability to work independently within a team ■ Time Management■ Telephone etiquette■ Assertiveness/Ability to be firm■ Planning and Organisational Skills■ Deadline driven■ Attention to detail■ Numeric Skills.
 
Enquiries may be directed to Ntsane Seleso @ (011) 386 6145, or e-mail application to Corporate2@nhls.ac.za