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Senior Technologist (2 Year Contract) - (7839)

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Job Title

Senior Technologist (2 Year Contract)

Faculty

Applied Sciences

Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Applied Sciences -> Food Technology

Campus/ Location

Bellville Campus - Bellville, Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary)

Job Type

Contract

Occupational Function

Support / Admin

Number of Positions

1

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)

To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date

30/5/2025

Job Purpose

To assist with the establishment, project management and reporting related to research projects and technical operations of the Agrifood Technology Station, including the administrative processes attached thereto.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Masters in Analytical Chemistry or Food Science/Technology
At least 3 years relevant experience, including evidence of project management

Recommended:
Evidence of research experience will be advantageous.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

Conduct research projects and analytical method development associated with the mandate of ATS
Research and conduct niche analysis for clients
Provide technical support to research community within the institution including providing training and assistance to staff, interns and postgraduate students with respect to the principles and operation of chromatography instruments e.g. GC, GCMS and HPLC
Conduct nutritional and other chemical analyses to ensure compliance with food labelling legislation
Costing and generation of quotes for projects
Co-ordinate and oversee technical activities including maintenance and troubleshooting in the laboratories
Requisition and procurement of laboratory equipment and consumables
Report-writing and publication of journal articles
Representing and promoting the station at workshops, exhibitions, and conferences
Maintain records for monitoring and reporting to Technology Innovation Agency

Competencies

Ability to work independently without supervision
Analytical and research skills
Output driven, meeting deadlines and attention to detail
Ability to work under pressure
Proficiency in MS Office Suite including Excel spreadsheets, Power Point
Record keeping skills
Good Interpersonal skills
Customer orientated
Good communication skills (both written and verbal)
Organisational and planning skills
Understanding of university procurement policy
Ability to manage a disparate group of projects and people simultaneously

General Information

Closing date: 30 May 2025
For Enquiries: makin@cput.ac.za

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IMPORTANT THAT APPLICANTS COMPLETE ALL SECTIONS COMPREHENSIVELY AS FAILURE TO DO
SO MIGHT DISADVANTAGE YOU. PLEASE UPDATE YOUR APPLICATION ON THE SYSTEM WITH THE
LATEST INFORMATION AS THIS WILL BE THE ONLY CRITERIA USED FOR EVALUATION OF YOUR
APPLICATION BY OUR PANEL.

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.

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Senior Technologist (2 Year Contract) - (7839)