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Senior Technician in Chemistry at USP

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Posted Date: 19,Nov,09
Closing Date: 24,Dec,09


Full details of the positions vacant are available at www.usprecruits.usp.ac.fj
All enquiries are to be directed to: HRHelp@usp.ac.fj

Senior Technician in Chemistry
FACULTY OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY & ENVIRONMENT, School of Biological and Chemical Sciences - FCH005
The appointee will supervise the daily operation of the chemistry laboratories and stores. Duties will include the supervision and daily operation of the chemistry laboratories, stores and related facilities and the provision of specialist technical support for teaching and research. The appointee will also be expected to assign specific duties to the laboratory technicians and to monitor occupational health and safety standards within the laboratories and stores.

Applicants must have at least a Diploma or equivalent in Laboratory Technology and a minimum of five years relevant laboratory experience; supervisory experience and experience with Occupational Health and Safety and hazardous materials management; good interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral); be computer literate; and the ability to maintain laboratory apparatus.

Preference will be given to applicants with experience in a similar role in a tertiary institution; have certificates in Occupational Health and Safety and a current driver's license. Experience in working in developing countries would be an advantage.
Enquiries and further information: HR Office, ph: (679) 3232323; fax: (679) 3231518; email: HRhelp@usp.ac.fj or personnel@usp.ac.fj

The position is available for a term of three years and may be renewed by mutual agreement.
Salary Range:
F$44 721 to F$53 665 per annum
  (Inclusive of 15% Gratuity)

In addition to the above benefits, the University contributes 10% of basic salary to an approved superannuation scheme, provides airfare and relocation costs where appropriate.

All applications must be submitted on-line using the University’s E-Recruitment system which can be accessed at this address: www.usprecruits.usp.ac.fj

Applicants can also submit their applications on-line at any of the University’s campuses throughout the region and at the Human Resources Office on Laucala campus.


Closing date for applications 24 December 2009