About the job:
The CSIR has a vacancy for an Intern: Environmental Laboratory in the Coastal Systems research group within the Advanced Chemicals and Life Sciences Division. The Interns will work under the guidance of experienced Laboratory personnel and report to the Laboratory Manager. The position is based in Stellenbosch.
For more information about the cluster, please visit https://www.csir.co.za/what-we-do/chemicals-and-materials
Key responsibilities:
- Supervise and independently conduct simple and complex routine analysis for the laboratory.
- Prepare samples for analyses.
- Maintain adequate stock levels of consumables required for routine analysis
- Supervise and independently set up, operate and verify performance of instrumentation (UV Vis Spectrometer, Turbidity, Ion Selective Electrode, ICP, Elemental Analysers, etc.).
- Independently verify results against accepted quality and performance criteria (i.e. QC control charts, reference materials, duplicates, etc.).
- Participate in environmental sampling.
- Report on processes and results.
- Perform general administrative tasks as required by project leader.
Qualifications, skills and experience:
- A National Diploma in analytical chemistry.
- A Bachelor of Technology or Bachelor of Science in chemistry or other related field would be advantageous.
- Preference will be given to candidates with experience in environmental labs.
- Must be able to interact with peers and supervisors.
- Must be able to interpret analytical data for integrity and against known quality criteria.
- Must have sound knowledge of analytical chemistry as it relates to the operations of the laboratory.
- Proficient in Microsoft suite of programmes;
- Good numerical skills;
- Good attention to detail.
- A valid drivers Licence
- All international qualifications require an evaluation report / certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
What¿s in it for you?
The CSIR offers:
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Competitive and market-related remuneration packages.
- Total cost to company salary packages which encompass contributions to the pension fund, risk insurance and medical scheme.
- We openly acknowledge and reward our employees’ contributions and accomplishments through our esteemed CSIR Excellence Awards.
PLEASE NOTE THAT FEEDBACK WILL BE GIVEN TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY.
For more info, please contact the CSIR Recruitment Centre on 012 841 7656 or email us at Recruitmentinfo@csir.co.za
The CSIR is an equal opportunity employer. As such, it is committed to the Employment Equity Act and will through the filling of this vacancy, give preference to candidates from Designated Groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act. By applying for this position at the CSIR, the applicant understands, and agrees that the CSIR may solicit a credit and criminal report from registered credit bureau and/or South African Police Services (in relation to positions that requires trust and honesty and/or entail the handling of cash or finances), and may also verify the applicant¿s educational qualification and employment history. The CSIR reserves the right to remove the advertisement at any time before the stated closing date and it further reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.