SCIENTIST PRODUCTION: PALAEONTOLOGY

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.

Where to send your application

Applications must be submitted via one of the following options: directing to a specific relevant centre: Head Office: Qonce: Enquiries – Ms. S. Mpafa Tel No: (043) 492 1405 / Mrs. R. E. Swartbooi Tel: 043 492 0949 / Mr. M. Cezula 043 492 1400 / Ms. S. Cetywayo 043 492 0936 Hand deliver to: No. 5 Eales Street, Wilton Zimasile Mkwayi Building, Qonce, 5605. OR Tambo District: Attention Mr. S. Stuma / Ms. T. Mngoma Tel: 047 495 0853 Hand deliver to: Human Resource Management, 49 Victoria Street, Mthatha Reference Library, Mthatha, 5099. Amathole District: Enquiries Mr. B. Mbangatha / Mr. M. Mboniswa Tel: 043 492 1838 /1839Hand deliver to: No 16 Commissioner Street, Old Elco Building, Ku-Gompo City, 5201. Albany Museum: Makanda: Enquiries. Dr. P. Cimi – 046 622 2312 (Makanda) Hand deliver to 40 Somerset Street, Makanda. Amathole Museum: Qonce: Enquiries. Ms. S. Cakata – 043 642 4506 (Qonce) Hand deliver to Corner of Alexandra & Albert Roads, Qonce. 121 East London Museum: Ku-Gompo City Enquiries. G. Morcom / S. Lamati – 043 743 0686 – EL Museum (Ku-Gompo City) Hand deliver to 319 Oxford Street, Belgravia, Ku-Gompo City. Bayworld Museum: Gqeberha Enquiries. V. Ketelo – 041 584 0650 – Bayworld Museum (Gqeberha) Hand deliver to Beach Road & Brookes Hill Drive, Humewood, Gqeberha. Chris Hani District: Attention Mr. T. Thomas / Ms. A. Phanya: 045 492 0030 / 0054 Hand deliver to: Bathandwa Ndondo Building, Komani Hospital. Nelson Mandela District: Attention Mr. S. Javu / Ms. T. Bosman / Ms. A. Dyalvane: 041 492 1288 / 1232 / 1230 Hand deliver to: 66 Corporate Place, Ring Road, Greenacres, Newton Park, Gqeberha. Alfred Nzo District: Attention Mr M.B. Gugwana / Ms. T. Ntsevu: 039 492 0297 Hand deliver to: No 67 Church Street Mt Ayliff. Sarah Baartman District: Attention Ms. N. Qumza / Ms. N. Sandi: 046 492 0223 / 0228 Hand deliver to: Registry, 1st floor, Corner African and Milner Street, Makanda. Applicants are encouraged to use e-recruitment system. People with disabilities who meet the requirements will be given preference. The e- Recruitment System is available 24/7 and closes at 23:59 on the closing date. To report any e-recruitment system challenges send an email with your (i) ID Number, (ii) profile email address, (iii) details of your issue to: erecruitment@ecsrac.gov.za Do not send any applications to this email address; should you do so, your applications/CV will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00- 16:30 Mon-Thursday and 08:00-16:00 on Friday). NB: Direct any enquiries to the relevant enquiries’ person as provided under each position.

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.

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