Job Description

Qualifications:

Matric Certificate with National Diploma in Medical Technology or a BSc, BSc Hons or MSc in a related field is required.

Experience

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Requirements:

3-5 years? working experience is required.

Laboratory experience and competency are required in the following techniques: histology, immunocytochemistry/immunohistochemistry, tissue culture and molecular biology techniques.

Knowledge of laboratory occupational Health and Safety will be beneficial.

Good computer skills are essential.

Good interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

The candidate should be able to work with a team.

The ability to train staff and students in various laboratory techniques and use of laboratory equipment as required.

Responsibilities:

Assist with the setting up of practical classes for undergraduate students in Histology and Cell Biology and with Honours projects.

Assist academic staff in the laboratory aspects of their research (e.g. tissue sectioning, Histology staining, immunohistochemistry staining etc).

Assist postgraduate students with technical support in laboratory techniques.

Act as one of the health and safety representatives for the Histology Division. Will be required to undergo periodic health and safety training.

Monitor the maintenance of laboratories and state of equipment therein, and report issues for attention

Assist with locking up and opening of the Department






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How To Apply

Closing Date: 16 January 2026


Please apply via i-Recruitment https://irec.wits.ac.za



A cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the position of

Senior Technician

A detailed CV, including contact details, names, telephone numbers and email addresses of 3 referees, including your recent / current Supervisor and or Line Manager.

Certified copies of qualifications.

South African identity document or passport and permit.

The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University. The University retains the right not to make an appointment and to verify all information provided by candidates.

Please note that correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise.





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