Duties/Pligte        

• General management of the Biochemistry undergraduate teaching laboratories.
• Responsible for prior planning and preparation of undergraduate practicals, as well as providing technical support during the practicals in order to ensure the effective execution thereof.
• Providing administrative support of specific undergraduate modules in Biochemistry, including administration of notes, assessments, rosters, group and venue scheduling, marks and the online STEMLearn (e-learning) platform.
• Responsible for responding to student queries on administrative matters related to specific modules, both online and in person as required.
• Managing (including ordering and/or maintenance) of materials, stocks and equipment required in the teaching laboratories.
• Maintaining laboratory inventory(ies).
• Financial management of the budget allocated to undergraduate teaching activities.
• Maintaining and managing safe research practices.
• Co-managing the departmental chemical inventory system (CISPRO).

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• BSc(Hons) degree in Biochemistry or related scientific field (NQF level 8), with at least two years’ proven experience in the management of a scientific laboratory environment,
• OR an appropriate qualification in Biochemistry or related scientific field at minimum NQF level 7 with at least five years’ proven experience in the management of a scientific laboratory environment.
• Proven ability to effectively perform administrative tasks, including record-keeping, data processing and stock management.
• Proven proficiency in the use of software packages such as the MS Office platform and web-based content management tools.
• Basic knowledge of occupational safety, as applicable to a teaching laboratory.
• Proven ability to work independently and also as part of a team.
• Demonstrable excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• The ability to engage with large student groups.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• Experience in a Biochemistry undergraduate teaching environment.
• Proven ability to handle multiple tasks with good time management.
• Proof of good planning and organisational skills.
• Willingness and ability to learn new skills and to improvise and adapt at short notice.
• Proven experience of Stellenbosch University’s various computer systems.
• Demonstrable proficiency in Afrikaans and/or isiXhosa.

Closing Date  20-Nov-2025