Technician: Biomedical Sciences (Re-advertisement)

Cape Peninsula University of Technology; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Cape Town seeks a Faculty member in Health & Wellness Sciences to provide technical support and manage laboratory environments. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with HPCSA standards, assist students, and manage consumables. Ideal applicants have a National Diploma in Biomedical Sciences and experience in lab settings. This permanent role offers an opportunity to contribute to academic excellence.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in a medical laboratory environment.
• Independent practice registration as a medical laboratory technologist/scientist with HPCSA.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to lecturers during classes and practicals.
• Ensure laboratories are managed to HPCSA standards.
• Perform stocktaking and procurement of laboratory consumables.

Skills

Technical knowledge as medical technologist

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Time management skills

Laboratory safety awareness

Education

National Diploma in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent

BHSc/BTech in Biomedical Sciences (recommended)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Faculty
Department: Health & Wellness Sciences
Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Health & Wellness Sciences -> Biomedical Sciences
Campus/ Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Job Type: Permanent
Occupational Function: Support / Admin
Number of Positions: 1
Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only): To be confirmed
Advert Closing Date: 5/10/2025

Job Purpose

To provide technical support to lecturers during classes and practicals by ensuring laboratories are managed to HPCSA standards. Assist learners on a one-to-one basis with their projects and practicals. Ensure machines are functional and serviced/maintained to ensure smooth running of classes. Perform stocktaking and procurement of laboratory consumables and reagents. Manage the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for the department and ensure laboratories comply with health and safety regulations. Assist in the research laboratory when required.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• National Diploma in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent qualification.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a medical laboratory environment.
• Independent practice registration as a medical laboratory technologist/scientist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).

Recommendations

• A BHSc/BTech in Biomedical Sciences.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Preparation, maintenance, and calibration of specialized equipment for use in both undergraduate and postgraduate laboratories.
• Demonstration of techniques and assistance at student practicals.
• Store keeping - monitor stock and consumable levels and ensure correct storage requirements are maintained. Maintain inventories of all assets in the laboratories.
• Procurement of laboratory consumables and equipment.
• Storage and disposal of all chemicals, reagents, media, and specimens in accordance with safety regulations.
• Maintenance of specimen bio-bank.
• Maintain inventories of all assets and consumables within the laboratories.
• General housekeeping of all equipment, glassware, and the maintenance of the laboratory environment.
• Ensure a safe and healthy working environment.
• Technical knowledge and skills as required by a medical technologist registered with the HPCSA.
• High awareness of laboratory safety requirements.
• Ability to maintain and operate specialised laboratory equipment.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Support of diversity
• Teamwork and co-operation.
• Quality of work and reliability.
• Flexibility in a changing environment.

General Information

Closing Date: 05 October 2025

For enquiries and assistance with your online application, please contact Mr Odwa Siza (Human Capital Department) via email at [e-mail]

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The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.

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