Technical Officer (Post Level 10)

Stellenbosch UniversityStellenbosch, ZA

3 days ago

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Job title : Technical Officer (Post Level 10)

Job Location : Western Cape, Stellenbosch

Deadline : December 19, 2025

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Duties / Pligte

General management of the Biochemistry undergraduate teaching laboratories.

Responsible for prior planning and preparation of undergraduate practicals, as well as providing technical support during the practicals in order to ensure the effective execution thereof.

Providing administrative support of specific undergraduate modules in Biochemistry, including administration of notes, assessments, rosters, group and venue scheduling, marks and the online STEMLearn (e-learning) platform.

Responsible for responding to student queries on administrative matters related to specific modules, both online and in person as required.

Managing (including ordering and / or maintenance) of materials, stocks and equipment required in the teaching laboratories.

Maintaining laboratory inventory(ies).

Financial management of the budget allocated to undergraduate teaching activities.

Maintaining and managing safe research practices.

Co-managing the departmental chemical inventory system (CISPRO).

Job Requirements / Pos Vereistes

BSc(Hons) degree in Biochemistry or related scientific field (NQF level 8), with at least two years' proven experience in the management of a scientific laboratory environment,

OR an appropriate qualification in Biochemistry or related scientific field at minimum NQF level 7 with at least five years' proven experience in the management of a scientific laboratory environment.

Proven ability to effectively perform administrative tasks, including record-keeping, data processing and stock management.

Proven proficiency in the use of software packages such as the MS Office platform and web-based content management tools.

Basic knowledge of occupational safety, as applicable to a teaching laboratory.

Proven ability to work independently and also as part of a team.

Demonstrable excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Good interpersonal skills.

The ability to engage with large student groups.

Recommendation / Aanbeveling

Experience in a Biochemistry undergraduate teaching environment.

Proven ability to handle multiple tasks with good time management.

Proof of good planning and organisational skills.

Willingness and ability to learn new skills and to improvise and adapt at short notice.

Proven experience of Stellenbosch University's various computer systems.

Demonstrable proficiency in Afrikaans and / or isiXhosa.

Closing Date 20-Nov-2025

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