Principal Laboratory Technician M000269 at North West University

Job description

• Leading the acquisition and maintenance of the laboratory accreditation with SANS and DAFF
• Coordinate and monitor the day to day Management of the Animal Health Veterinary Laboratory and report writing
• Coordinate the analysis and reporting of samples microbiology, parasitology, haematology, pathology for PT and customers and ensure the quality assurance
• Assist staff and students (undergraduates and postgraduates) in veterinary laboratory with practical
• Develop and administer short courses
• Administration

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• B-Tech/ BSc degree specializing in Veterinary Laboratory Technology/ Biomedical Science is essential
• PhD or equivalent is desirable

EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years’ experience in Veterinary microbiology, parasitology, haematology is essential

FUNCTIONAL / TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS):

• Sound Knowledge and proof of quality assurance of veterinary laboratory
• Experience in the Management of Veterinary Laboratory
• Proof of Participation in laboratory accreditation processes
• Sound knowledge of veterinary diagnostic methodology (microbiology, parasitology, haematology)
• Basic knowledge of molecular microbiology

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to work with other staff and students
• Computer literacy

Closing Date: 27th, May 2022