The Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma or BSc Degree in Analytical Chemistry or Chemistry or a relevant qualification. Compulsory registration with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) as a Certified Natural Scientist. 3 years post qualification technical (scientific) experience. Job related knowledge: Knowledge of legal compliance. Scientific methodologies. Research and development. Computer-aided Scientific application. Technical report writing. Creating high performance culture. Professional judgement. Data analysis. Mentoring. Job related skills: Analytical skills. Problem solving and analysis. Team leadership. Creativity. Financial management. Customer focus and responsiveness. Communication. Computer literacy. People management. Planning and organising. Conflict management. Negotiation skills. Change management. Networking.

Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures. Perform technical scientific functions and tasks that require interpretation in the presence of an established framework. Apply operational standards and consolidate methodologies, policies, systems and procedures. Identify gaps and develop appropriate interventions. Preparation for and participation in research activities. Data collection through field surveys. Maintenance, calibration and operation of scientific equipment. Provide technical support and advice. Develop working relations with client base. Promote public awareness of scientific activities. Provide technical / scientific data, information and advice. Perform technical scientific analysis and regulatory functions. Preparation of data and routine interpretation. Database and data management. Analysis of technical scientific data. Dissemination of information. Apply the appropriate scientific and technical procedures / skills to generate information and knowledge. Formulate proposals and compile reports. Develop and customise operational procedures. Conduct research and development. Ensure continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. Conceptualise and develop scientific equipment. Equipment review. Research / literature studies to improve expertise. Publish and present technical reports and research findings. Liaise with relevant bodies / councils on technology-related matters. Human capital development. Mentor, train and develop candidate research technicians and others to promote skills / knowledge transfer and adherence to sound scientific principles and code of 5 practice. Supervise technical support and processes. Manage the performance management and development of staff.

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