Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Laboratory Assistant (Toxicology) to be based at Forensic Medicine and Toxicology Observatory Forensic Pathology Institute.
Position: Laboratory Assistant (Toxicology)
Chief Directorate: Emergency Clinical Services Support
Salary: R171 537 per annum
Location: Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Observatory Forensic Pathology Institute
Requirements:
Minimum educational qualification:
Senior Certificate (or equivalent).
Experience:
Appropriate experience in a biomedical laboratory.
Appropriate experience in using laboratory equipment such as centrifuges, vortexes, balances and pipettes.
Appropriate experience in handling biological.
samples and other hazardous chemicals/waste and gases.
Inherent requirement of the job:
A valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence.
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Above average competency use of Microsoft programs including both Word and Excel.
The ability to work in a biohazardous.
environment, perform heavy manual tasks, and the ability to work under pressure.
Basic understanding of calculations necessary for the preparation of chemical solutions.
Good interpersonal relationships and working both individually and in a team.
Must be ethical, honest and take accountability.
Understand basic laboratory equipment and how to follow SOP for their maintenance and monitoring.
Duties:
Laboratory Upkeep and support.
Testing support.
Specimen handling and Management.
Inventory, Facility and Admin Support.
Enquiries:
Ms B Davies Tel No.
(021) 406-6026,
Email: [email protected]
Closing Date: 04 April 202
Applications:
Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates will be subjected to security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records, credit records, and previous employment checks prior to appointment. Candidates may have to undergo profiling assessments prior to appointment.