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Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following positions in the University of Zambia

JOB TITLE:   CHIEF SCIENTIST, CENTRAL SERVICES AND SUPPLY UNIT (01 POSITION)

Purpose:  Responsible for providing technical and administrative support in the department.

Responsibilities:

  • Preparing, coordinating and participating in the preparation or review of work plans, policies, work/laboratory manuals, laboratory report books, procedures and related documentation.
  • Planning, demonstrating and supervising animal handling procedures and experiments as required.
  • Handling farm equipment and animal handling facilities.
  • Planning and coordinating the repair and maintenance of the school infrastructure.
  • Supervising and coordinating work activities for technical staff in the repair workshop and animal accommodation.
  • Ensuring security and cleanliness of the school surroundings.
  • Advising the Dean of the School on technical issues.
  • Preparing and consolidating annual budgets for the unit.
  • Overseeing activities in the store’s section.
  • Planning and facilitating animal handling experiments/practicals to students upon request from other departments.
  • Planning and supervising any electronic or electrical repair works in the workshop.
  • Maintaining an updated inventory of all laboratory equipment and requisites, records on stock and other reports on laboratory operations.
  • Participating in the preparation of the Departmental budget.
  • Facilitating procurement of laboratory equipment, spare parts, and other requisites.
  • Ensuring adherence to safety standards and providing First Aid to accident victims.
  • Participating in the preparation of quarterly and annual operational performance reports.

Qualifications:

  • Grade 12 Certificate or its equivalent.
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Sciences or related field.
  • At least three (3) years post qualification relevant work experience.
  • Must be computer literate.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Only candidates who meet the specified requirements should apply to the address indicated below, enclosing their detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of educational certificates and names and addresses of three traceable references.

Applications to be sent to:
The Registrar
University of Zambia
P O Box 32379

Closing date is 5th May 2017. Only short-listed candidates will