KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:<\/p>\n
Management and execution of research projects.<\/p>\n
\tPropose and\/or contribute to the strategic investment plan and implement, Contract Research and Development and other grant-funded projects (NRF, TIA, Government departments; international e.g. Horizon 2020).
\n\tDevelop written research projects proposal based on the needs of clients or specific new project ideas for innovation.
\n\tConduct scientific research as per scope to achieve objectives.
\n\tCompile monthly project report progress.
\n\t\u00a0Monitor & evaluate project milestones against billing in long-running projects (annual and multiple years).
\n\tManage all resources involved in a project, namely budget, people and equipment.
\n\tEnsure the completion of projects and tasks on time.
\n\tCompile reports of investigations in the division.
\n\tAttend scientific workshops and conference to present research work.
\n\tWrite conference papers and journal manuscripts.
\n\tInitiate, maintain and strengthen the new and existing local and international collaboration.<\/p>\n
Execute daily activities of the group<\/p>\n
\tConceptualization of research, coordinating research outputs and reports.
\n\tProduce high quality reports, papers, book chapters and presentations.
\n\tSupervise and co-supervise the postgraduate students and staff, MSc and PhD.
\n\t\u00a0Initiate funding for research running cost i.e. external funding (NRF, Industry etc.) and internal funds (Science vote).
\n\tImprove quality and efficiency of processes with the interaction of stakeholders.<\/p>\n
Participate in proficiency testing schemes and production of certified reference material<\/p>\n
\tActively participate in group proficiency testing schemes to ensure that desired results are obtained.
\n\t\u00a0Participate in troubleshooting animalities and provide solutions to scientific challenges.
\n\tParticipate in the CRM production activities when required.
\n\t\u00a0Assist in compiling data for CRM production.<\/p>\n
Maintain and adhere to all SHEQ procedures<\/p>\n
\tActively participates in SHEQ duties and attends all relevant meetings.
\n\tPractices Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) by ensuring that all work areas, balance rooms and the general laboratory are kept clean.
\n\tStrives to meet the objectives of the group by observing the quality, safety and environmental standards set out by the division.
\n\tWorks systematically and in compliance with the group\u2019s standard operating procedures and methods to achieve accurate assays within acceptable time frames.<\/p>\n
Minimum requirements<\/p>\n
\tMinimum: MSc in Chemistry
\n\tIdeal: PhD in Chemistry
\n\tAt least 3 years experience in technologies domain research within an RDI environment.
\n\t5-10 years\u2019 experience in the chemistry laboratory
\n\t5-10 years\u2019 experience in the research outputs\u00a0
\n\tA minimum of 5 scientific peer reviewed publications
\n\tMinimum of 3 years of working experience in ISO 17025 accredited laboratory.
\n\tAbility to troubleshoot instruments and commission new equipment.
\n\tAbility to develop and maintain a quality assurance system and administration thereof.
\n\tProfessional registration (SACNASP or SACI-Corporate Member)<\/p>\n
go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.mintek.co.za ) or<\/p>\n
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