Job Description

UP Professional and Support

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FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE


DEPARTMENT OF PARACLINICAL SCIENCE


VETERINARY TECHNOLOGIST (HISTOTECHNOLOGIST)


PEROMNES POST LEVEL 9/10/11 (ONE POST)

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the above vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.


The Pathology Laboratory within the Department of Paraclinical Science is seeking the services of a Histotechnologist who is registered with the SAVC as a Veterinary Technologist. The level of appointment will depend on the candidate's knowledge and experience.



RESPONSIBILITIES:


These duties and functions include, but not limited to:

Responsible for the daily routine work in the Histopathology Laboratory in order to achieve efficient and cost-effective service; Maintenance of all equipment; Ensure processing, embedding and cutting of samples received from various laboratories; Reagent preparation and staining for both the Histopathology and the Immunohistochemistry laboratories; Ensure that all laboratory system protocols, e.g., safety and quality details are adhered to; Trouble shooting and reporting all malfunctions, non-conformances and incidents; Maintain and manage quality assurance; and Administrative duties linked to the post.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Post level 9: First Veterinary technologist

National Diploma in Veterinary Technology; Three years' experience performing Histotechniques (Microtomy, tissue processing and HistoStains); Registration with South African Veterinary Council; Advanced knowledge of Histotechniques; Competent in techniques practiced in a histopathology laboratory; and Advanced knowledge of ISO17025.

Post level 10: Senior Veterinary Technologist

National Diploma in Veterinary Technology; Two years' experience performing Histotechniques (Microtomy, tissue processing and HistoStains); Registration with South African Veterinary Council; Proficient knowledge of Histotechniques; Competent in techniques practiced in a histopathology laboratory; and Basic knowledge of ISO17025.

Post level 11: Veterinary Technologist

National Diploma in Veterinary Technology; One year experience performing Histotechniques (Microtomy, tissue processing and HistoStains); Registration with South African Veterinary Council; Basic knowledge of Histotechniques; Competent in techniques practised in a histopathology laboratory; and Knowledge of ISO17025 will be an added advantage.


REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

Proficient computer skills; Applicable professional communication and language skills, both written and verbal; Ability to work under pressure without compromising detail and accuracy; Ability to actively participate as a member of a team to move toward the completion of goals; Ability to accomplishes tasks and processes accurately and completely; and Experience in Quality Control Programme.


ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

Immunohistochemistry techniques experience.


PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.


PLEASE NOTE: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic health screening on appointment and thereafter an annual health screening.


The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.


The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines.


Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za



In applying for this post, please attach:



A comprehensive CV; Certified copies of qualifications and SAVC registration; and Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.


CLOSING DATE: 28 September 2025


No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.



ENQUIRIES: Ms Bernice Nyathela, bernice.nyathela@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries and contact rephima.phaswane @up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.


Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 November 2025, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference will be given, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.