CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

The Department of Human Movement Sciences is a well-established academic department housed in a new state-of-the-art building. It has a recognized Biokinetics and Sports Science Unit (BSSU) and is an integral part of the Madibaz High Performance Complex.  The department is looking for a Laboratory Technician in the field of Human Movement Sciences (Sports Science and/or Biokinetics) with at least two years’ practical laboratory testing experience pertinent to the high-performance services offered. The incumbent will be expected to manage the 5 laboratories in the department as well as be responsible for the health and safety of the overall facility and therefore a First Aid Level II or III certificate is essential.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

1. Ensure that the HMS Department (including the 5 laboratories, the High-Performance Complex (HPC and the BSSU) is compliant with all aspects related to health and safety.
2. Ensure that all exercise and laboratory equipment within the facility are properly maintained and serviceable.
3. Provide financial administration functions in relation to the ordering of laboratory equipment and all laboratory-related consumables and material.
4. Be the primary First Aider for both the HMS Department, BSSU and HPC and have the necessary training and certification to deal with emergencies.
5. Prepping of laboratories before practical classes and research/clinical/sport science testing.
6. Assist with and prepare for research and high-performance testing services offered.
7. Assist with and present selected laboratory practical classes for under- and post-graduate modules.
8. Assist with bookings related to the use of laboratories for services provided by the BSSU and HPC.
9. Provide support services and assistance for the hosting of training camps linked to the BSSU and HPC services offered.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Core competencies for this post include:

1. Sound knowledge of health and safety requirements
2. Competence in clinical and high-performance sport testing and use of laboratory equipment
3. Strong verbal and written communication skills
4. Proven leadership and management skills
5. Strong computer literacy skills
6. An in-depth knowledge of First Aid and certification therein
7. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with students, the public, patients, staff and other health professionals
8. Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)

REQUIREMENTS

To be considered for this post, candidates must meet all the requirements

Education

Honours degree in Biokinetics/Human Movement Science or equivalent

Certification

Must have a current First Aid Level II or Level III certificate

Experience

Two (2) years’ practical laboratory experience (including the technology and equipment associated with the clinical and high-performance laboratories)

Experience as a Biokineticist is an added advantage

Skills set

Excellent interpersonal skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)

Additional requirements

Be prepared to work early and late shifts as required by BSSU, and when required, to work on Saturdays when training camps or testing sessions are held

Candidates will be required to perform a Skills Assessment at the time of the interview (details will be provided before the interview)

Disclaimer:

  No applicant would be allowed to apply and/or would be accepted after the closing date (26 February  2021).  

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION e.g. contact person and telephone number, e-mail; etc. must be displayed on CV.

Applications must be accompanied by a cover page on which applicants explain how they meet the requirements of the post.

 Please note that late applications will not be accepted

Applicants are to provide a cover letter clearly indicating exactly how their skills match against the requirements of the post, a recent CV, ID, Driver’s License and certified copies of qualifications.