Job Description

Job description

To provide radio-analytical services to the NNR for the dependent verification purposes. Perform radio-analysis for alpha, beta and gamma emitter using alpha spectrometry, gross alpha/beta counter and gamma spectrometry.

Minimum requirements

Minimum NQF level 7 in Analytical Chemistry or Chemistry Minimum of 4 years' laboratory working experience in Radiological Laboratory or Chemistry Laboratory experience in radioactivity measurements or chemistry Laboratory Working knowledge on sample preparation techniques of environmental and biological matrices for radioanalysis, such as soil/ sediments, water and biota

Duties and Responsibilities

Sample receipt, preparation and counting Assist with calibration and maintenance of peripheral instrumentation and facilities Assist in the purchasing of laboratory consumables and other items Assist with the administration of samples Assist with method development and method validation Perform routine sample preparation tasks assigned for the Alpha Spectrometry/Gamma Spectrometry/Gross Alpha /Beta techniques Assist with the maintenance of general Laboratory facilities according to the ISO 17025 Quality Management System Maintain general safety of facilities according to the appropriate Safety management system. Assist with radiation & chemical safety in the lab and radioactive- & chemical waste management

Skills and Competencies

Communication skills Computer literate in Word Processing and Spreadsheet applications Technical report writing and presentation skills Time management and attention to details

Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups in line with the NNR's EE Plan and sector targets.