POST 27/135 : SCIENTIST PRODUCTION: PALAEONTOLOGY REF NO: DSRAC
SALARY : R761 157 – R816 852 per annum, an all-inclusive remuneration, (OSD)
CENTRE : Albany Museum (Makanda)
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate plus a master’s degree in Paleontology / Geology /
Geo Science/Zoology, specializing in Eastern Cape Palaeoscience.
Compulsory registration with SACNASP as a professional Natural Scientist. A
minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in a museum natural science
environment. Knowledge of curating paleontology collections, research,
fieldwork, fossil preparation and publication of scientific papers. Ability to
recognise diagnostic characteristics on which classification systems are based.
Computer knowledge, laboratory protocol, word computer packages,
paleontology, and financial management. Program and project management.
Communication skills, Report writing skills, People management skills,
Customer or client orientated approach. Knowledge of public service
regulations, legislations/ policies/ prescripts and procedures. Knowledge of
Eastern Cape Museum Act. National Heritage Act, Operational standards for
natural science museum, South African National Standards for Museums. A
valid driving licence.
DUTIES : Identify, name and classify fossil species based on morphology, and
evolutionary relationships. Conduct field surveys and excavations, perform
laboratory analysis (fossil preparation and microscopic analysis), curate
paleontology collections, and publish research to support knowledge
generation and understanding of changing ecosystems through time, and
heritage management. Develop and implement methodologies, policies,
systems and procedures. Identify and consolidate needs for methodologies,
policies, systems and procedures. Identify gaps and develop appropriate
interventions. Monitor and evaluate program performance. Perform scientific
functions that require interpretation in the absence of an established
framework. Provide scientific support and advice. Develop working relations
with client base. Create public awareness of the science system. Provide
scientific data, information and advice as requested. Review scientific
publications. To perform scientific analysis and regulatory functions. Conduct
analysis of scientific data. Gather and interpret data, evaluate results and
disseminate information, through both scientific publications and public
outreach initiatives. Apply appropriate scientific models to generate information
and knowledge. Formulate proposals and compile reports. Develop and
customize models and techniques. Conduct research and development.
Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies,
procedures and knowledge. Conduct basic and applied research.
Research/literature studies to improve expertise. Publicly present research
findings. Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on science-related matters.
Manage human capital development. Mentor, train and develop candidate
scientists and others to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to
sound scientific principles and code of practice. Supervise scientific work
processes. Manage performance and development.
ENQUIRIES : Dr. P. Cimi Tel No: (046) 622 2312, Albany Museum (Makanda)
e- Recruitment Technical Enquiries – recruitment@ecsrac.gov.za
NOTE : Persons with a disability are encouraged to apply.