Professional Officer (Human Anatomy) at University of the Free State

Duties and responsibilities:

• Assist academic staff with the compilation, preparation, and organisation of anatomy tutorials, practical sessions, and dissection sessions, including the development and distribution of relevant worksheets and assessments.
• Assist academic staff with the arrangement, preparation, and accurate making of anatomical specimens required for tutorials, practical sessions, dissection, and formal assessments.
• Support academic staff with the processing of marks and the quality assurance of assessments, including tests, assignments, tutorials, and practical sessions, by verifying marks and ensuring the accuracy of calculations and records.
• Maintain the organisation, cleanliness, and proper functioning of the dissection halls, the Anatomy Museum, and other practical teaching venues to ensure a safe and effective learning environment.
• Provide support for research projects related to anatomical teaching and learning activities where required.
• Assist with the practical execution of research activities, including specimen preparation and literature searches.
• Participate in and contribute to the departmental research programme.

Inherent requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree on NQF Level 7 in Science or Medical Science with Human Anatomy as the main subject.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in, or exposure to, a Higher Education environment as part of a multidisciplinary team within an Anatomy setting. Relevant experience may include the preparation and accurate marking of anatomical specimens, participation in dissections, and supporting staff with mark processing and the quality assurance of assessments.
• A good academic record (attach a copy).
• Valid driver’s license (attach a copy).

Recommendations:

• Honours degree in the field of Human Anatomy on NQF Level 8 or Master of Medical Science degree on NQF Level 9 in the field of Human Anatomy.
• Three (3) years’ relevant experience working in, or exposure to, a Higher Education environment as part of a multidisciplinary team within an Anatomy setting. Relevant experience may include the preparation and accurate marking of anatomical specimens, participation in dissections, and supporting staff with mark processing and the quality assurance of assessments