Job Description

Specialist Scientist (E)

Duration: Permanent

The South African Medical Research Council, Environment and Health Research Unit (EHRU) requires a suitably qualified and experienced Specialist Scientist (entry). This position falls under the EHRU's Programme for Persistent Toxic Substances. Applicants should have a keen interest in research related to heavy metals and the impact on human health. The post holder will assist with and form an integral part of the SAMRC's transformation agenda. To cover the multifaceted aspects of the post, we require an energetic person with a strong theoretical and practical background in public health.

Responsibilities:

• Publishing articles in peer-reviewed journals.

• To apply for research funding from national and international stakeholders.

• To supervise/co-supervise postgraduate students (Master's and PhD).

• Principal investigator (PI) and Co-PI on research projects.

• Review for international peer-reviewed scientific journals.

• Review research grants and abstracts for conferences.

• Give special (invited) talks at national/ international conferences or seminars.

• Oral presentations.

• Effectively manage, train and develop students and staff.

• Assist with the management of the EHRU and involvement in SAMRC administrative/community engagement processes.

• To advance transformation by mentoring and building capacity in accordance with the SAMRC's Employment Equity Plan

• To develop, implement and monitor progress of the Transformation Strategy of the Unit.

Core Requirements

• PhD in field epidemiology, public health, environmental chemistry or similar health related sciences

• Three years post PhD experience in a research environment

• Track record of at least two successful research grants for which the applicant was Principal Investigator

• A minimum of 5 first author publications in ISI rated journals.

• A minimum of 2 years' experience engaged in teaching or training.

• Supervision of a minimum of 2 graduated students

• Proficient in statistical analysis

• Code 08 Manual Driver license

Advantageous:

• 5 years working experience of environmental health issues within a research institute or related environment.

Terms & Conditions: The SAMRC retains the right not to make an appointment. In accordance with the SAMRC's Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from the designated groups. For this reason, we require race, gender and disability status to be specified. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. By submitting your application, SAMRC concludes that you are a competent person to consent and that you are giving consent to the SAMRC to process and further process all personal information contained in the application in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act No 4 of 2013 (as amended). The SAMRC does its best to provide the most accurate information; however, if there is anything wrong and unclear applicants are encouraged to contact the HR Recruitment Office at 021-938 0648 before the closing date.

A salary in the region of R 1 025 391 per annum, cost-to-company, will be negotiated in consideration of experience and qualifications.

Closing Date: 21 December 2023

PLEASE QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER (R 682A) IN ALL COMMUNICATIONS. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT YOUR SUBMISSION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED SHOULD YOUR APPLICATION NOT BE ACCOMPANIED BY THE REQUIRED INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTATION.

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