Part-time Project and Programme Officer

Stellenbosch University; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

A leading South African university seeks a part-time Project and Programme Officer to manage day-to-day operations in the Experimental Medicine Unit. The role includes overseeing project compliance, coordinating student training, and managing laboratory materials. Applicants should have an MSc in a relevant health science field and at least two years of experience within the university system. This position also involves community event coordination and administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• MSc degree in a health science related field is required.
• Proficiency in chemical and/or biological sample storage systems is a plus.
• At least two years of part-time employment experience in the SU system.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily project and programme tasks effectively.
• Order and store research materials and reagents appropriately.
• Oversee regulatory compliance of research projects.
• Coordinate training for students in the laboratory.

Skills

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Laboratory safety regulations

Admin tasks

Education

MSc degree in health science related field

Job description

Department Description/Departement Beskrywing

Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences

Department of Medicine

Project and Programme Officer (Post Level 10)

(Part-time 4/8ths)

(Tygerberg Campus)

Ref. TGB04/315/1225

The Experimental Medicine Unit in the Department of Medicine at Stellenbosch University (SU) performs laboratory-based research complementing the clinical priorities of the bigger department. Research is conducted on a range of models, including cell culture, zebrafish and rodent models of non-infectious disease, as well as in humans.

Duties/Pligte

• Pro-active project and programme management on a day-to-day basis to ensure optimal functionality of the group via:
• Ordering and appropriately storing the required research reagents and materials;
• Monitoring research project regulatory compliance;
• Coordinating student laboratory training, competence assurance, and compliance to laboratory research ethics and guidelines;
• Arranging servicing, maintenance and calibration of instruments and apparatuses;
• Administrative tasks (e.g. filing, general ordering and financial support, meeting scheduling, etc.);
• Managing postgraduate course administration, including first contact liaising with potential new postgraduate students;
• Coordinating events such as community engagement initiatives or small social events;
• Maintaining research-related information on the MS Teams channel via regular information updates;
• Performing scheduled after hours work if needed.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes

• MSc degree in a health science related field.
• GLP or GCLP certification.
• Knowledge of laboratory chemical and/or dangerous goods handling and storage regulations.
• At least two years' part-time employment experience in the SU system.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling

• Proficiency in the use of chemical and/or biological sample storage and inventory systems.
• Reliable transport for after-hours work.
• Knowledge of website administration and/or social media network use.

How To Apply/Hoe Om Aansoek Te Doen

#PSS

The University is committed to employment equity (EE), and appointments will be made in line with the institutional EE Plan.

Stellenbosch University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Your application, comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including the names and email addresses of at least three references), must reach the University before or on the closing date in the advertisement.

Apply online at by clicking "Apply now" at the top to the right of the page for the specific vacancy.

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The Occupational Health and Safety Act requires people in occupations that entail potential exposure to certain hazards (such as noise, hazardous chemical substances and hazardous biological agents) to undergo medical screening to determine whether they be fit to work in those occupations.

If you have received no feedback from the University after four to six weeks of the closing date, kindly accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Enquiries/Navrae

Enquiries about this post: Prof Carine Smith on 082 821 3600, or at

Enquiries about remuneration/benefits and technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre, on 021 808 2753 (Stellenbosch), or 021 938 9636 (Tygerberg), or at

Currency ZAR

Commencement Date

01-Feb-2026

Closing Date

05-Jan-2026

Amount of Travel

Work At Home