Key Performance Areas<\/p>\n
Knowledge Dissemination<\/p>\n
\tCapture research and development work done in written format; at least as co-author in regular progress reports, annual progress reports, technical reports, local and international conference contributions and journal publications.
\n\tPublish in the relevant field.
\n\tReport research results orally at Necsa wide colloquia and national conferences\/ meetings\/workshops.
\n\tIndependently perform research and generate outputs in accordance with the role of expert in the relevant technical field of specialisation within the organization.
\n\tContribute to publications as primary author of peer-reviewed published works.<\/p>\n
Human Capital Development Local and International<\/p>\n
\tProvide training to colleagues and students in identified subjects\/skills. Provide academic supervision to post-graduate students.
\n\tContribute as a member or lead a research team with specific responsibilities.
\n\tContribute to capacity building, outreach events, and other community services. e.g. science week, science expo, etc.
\n\tCo-supervise graduate projects and MSc\/BEng level students, and train colleagues in area of expertise.<\/p>\n
Contribution to Necsa Business Processes<\/p>\n
\tExecute research and development tasks with no supervision.
\n\tCreate know-how or process development that is of commercial and\/or strategic value to Necsa, e.g. Innovation Disclosures.
\n\tContribute to preparation of client reports e.g. calculation or experiment.
\n\tCoordinate defined activities as researcher in projects visible at section\/group level.
\n\tContribute to project design and planning.
\n\tSupport the establishment of strategic partnerships with industry and scientific bodies that meet Necsa\u2019s strategic and academic goals.
\n\tCoordinate technical research projects spanning at least 1 \u2013 2 years.
\n\tDevelop proposals for new projects.<\/p>\n
SHEQ and Other Audits<\/p>\n
\tParticipate and contribute to Business Process Management (e.g. document management and timesheet) Systems.
\n\tPerform activities aimed at improving safety, quality and security, e.g. Building Head, BBS Management Sponsor, R&I representative on SDC, etc.
\n\tTake the lead in processes aimed at improving safety, quality and security, e.g. Building Head, BBS Management Sponsor, R&I Representative on SDC, etc.
\n\tAssist in the resolving of audit findings and improvement actions.<\/p>\n
Financial Management<\/p>\n
\tSupport achievement of budget goals and\/or develop project budgets as project leader.
\n\tIncrease income (e.g. Research grants like NRF Thuthuka) and reduce wasteful expenditure of research projects.
\n\tControl cost of managed projects. Contribute to increasing research project funding and income availability by leveraging against potential funding streams like the NRF (NEP), TIA Seed Fund, IAEA (TC), Contract Research, etc., in conjunction with reducing wasteful expenditure of research projects.<\/p>\n
Qualifications and Experience:<\/p>\n
Academic<\/p>\n
\tA minimum of a B.Eng in Mechanical Engineering is required; an M.Eng will be considered an added advantage.<\/p>\n
\u00a0Minimum experience required<\/p>\n
\tMinimum 5 \u2013 7 years\u2019 experience in a relevant specialised engineering field of which 1 \u2013 2 years in scientific project coordination.<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( N \/ A ) or<\/p>\n
necsa.mcidirecthire.com<\/p>\n
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