University of Cape Town

The University of Cape Town is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in the Division of Forensic Medicine.

The appointment is a three-year, full-time contract post. It offers a specialisation at Master’s level in Biomedical Forensic Science.

The successful candidate will participate in the teaching programs at postgraduate level and associated administrative duties.

Requirements:

·  Minimum of a Masters or equivalent in Forensic Science or related biomedical sciences field

·  Knowledge and experience in forensics and/or molecular techniques

·  Evidence of strong educational administrative skills

·  Computer skills including database management and related packages.

The following would be advantageous:

·  Post graduate experience as a forensic scientist or in a laboratory

·  Track record of research and postgraduate student supervision

Responsibilities:

·  Support programme coordinator

·  Teaching and curriculum design

·  Contribute to management of projects, funds, laboratory equipment and database

·  Participate in internal quality management of educational programmes

·  Participate in staff development and other continuing educational programmes

·  May supervise research projects at various post-graduate levels

·  Work coherently in a team within the Faculty and UCT

·  Initiate research, write research proposals and research grant applications.

The annual remuneration package, including benefits, is R362220 – R484 656.

For further information regarding this post, please contact Dr Marise Heyns at 021406 6604 or email

To apply, please e-mail the completed UCT Application form (HR201) and all other relevant documentation as indicated on the form clearly indicating “Lecturer: Biomedical Forensic Science” followed by the reference number SR644/13 in the subject line to Ms Zulile Ncayiyana at

The application form can be downloaded at http://web.uct.ac.za/depts/sapweb/forms/hr201.doc

An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete.

Address: Staff Recruitment and Selection, University of Cape Town, Rondebosch, 7700, South Africa.

Telephone: 021 650 3003

Reference number: SR644/13

Closing date: 22 April 2014

UCT is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity and redress. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at http://www.uct.ac.za/downloads/uct.ac.za/about/policies/eepolicy.pdf

UCT reserves the right not to appoint.

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