UNIVERSITY OF KWAZULU NATAL (UKZN) The University of KwaZulu-Natal is (UKZN) is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from the designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity plan. COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES GENERAL ASSISTANT (12-MONTH FIXED TERM) HIV PATHOGENESIS PROGRAMME (HPP) SCHOOL OF LABORATORY MEDICINE AND MEDICAL SCIENCES NELSON R MANDELA SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Ref: HPP/GENERAL ASSISTANT/OCT2024 Closing date: Sunday, 27 October 2024 The HIV Pathogenesis Programme (HPP) is a multidisciplinary HIV pathogenesis research programme based at the University of KwaZulu-Natal’s Nelson Mandela School of Medicine in Durban. HPP has been involved in studies of HIV-1 immunopathogenesis for over 20 years. HPP needs to fill a GENERAL ASSISTANT position. The incumbent will be required to assist with certain physical tasks in the laboratory – changing CO2 tanks, assisting with liquid nitrogen repository duties, etc. The incumbent will carry out autoclaving duties, assist with the receipt and storage of stock, and perform general laboratory housekeeping and maintenance. The incumbent will act as back-up courier of samples, when the HPP courier is not available. The incumbent will also carry out certain simple handyman duties around the department. The incumbent will be required to be hard-working and efficient, organized, meticulous and professional, and must be able to work independently as well as part of a team. The incumbent will report to HPP’s Laboratory Manager. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: • Matric with Mathematics and Life Sciences/Biology • Minimum two-year work experience in a laboratory • Experience working with human samples. • Familiarity with biomedical research laboratory procedures and safety requirements. • Computer literacy with standard Microsoft Office applications. • Driver’s license (code B or higher) and ability to drive a manual car. • Knowledge of basic maintenance and power tools RESPONSIBILITIES • Laboratory housekeeping and maintenance • Biorepository duties • Disposal of biohazardous waste • Basic carpentry, repairs and general maintenance • Courier / driving Enquiries regarding this post and requests for the job profile may be directed to Mrs. Tarryn Tomlinson (Grants & Administration Manager), [email protected]. Terms of appointment and Selection Process: The post will be offered on a 12-month fixed term contract. The terms and conditions governing this appointment will be in compliance with those of the University of KwaZulu-Natal. The monthly cost of employment for this position will be R12,000 – R13,000, dependent on the experience of the successful candidate. The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday, 27 October 2024. The University, however, reserves the right in special circumstances to accept late applications or to extend the above date in order to facilitate further searches. The selection process will commence in October 2024 and will continue until suitable candidates are appointed or a decision is taken not to fill the posts. Applicants are required to complete the application form for support staff which is available on the UKZN vacancies webpage, demonstrating specifically how they meet the minimum requirements for the position. Completed forms (preferably typed) must be emailed to Mrs. Tarryn Tomlinson at [email protected] CVs will NOT be accepted or considered. Please quote the advert reference number - HPP/GENERAL ASSISTANT/OCT2024 - in your subject line and name your application as your full name and surname, e.g. MARY GREEN.
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