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Medical Technologist
(PC8, 16-month contract)
Institute of Infectious Diseases and Molecular Medicine (IIDMM)
Faculty of Health Sciences
HIV and tuberculosis are the most pressing public health problems in South Africa. Applications are invited to join
a group of researchers funded by the European and Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership (EDCTP) as a
Medical Laboratory Technologist. This 16-month full-time contract post will be based at the Institute of
Infectious Diseases and Molecular Medicine within the Faculty of Health Sciences of the University of Cape Town.
The starting date is negotiable, but preferably not later than 1 October 2013.
Requirements:
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The ideal candidate will be a committed and well organised medical technologist
Registered with the Health Professions Council of SA
Experience in working in sterile Biosafety level 2 and 3 laboratory conditions.
At least 2 years’ experience in a medical laboratory
Willingness to work with samples from patients infected with M.tuberculosis and HIV is essential. Appropriate
safety training will be provided.
 Flexibility to perform new duties in the laboratory as required
Formal duties will not exceed 37.5 hours per week, but flexible hours will be required.
Advantageous:
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Experience in Immunology and Microbiology
Experience in any of the mentioned techniques is advantageous, but it is not essential, as full training will
be provided.
Responsibilities:
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Process blood samples, including separation of serum and peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMC),
cryo-preservation of samples, setting up short term cultures, QUANTIFERON assays, isolation of RNA.
Record storage of processed samples and database entry
Maintain an inventory of all frozen samples in the laboratory (freezers and liquid nitrogen tanks)
Perform general laboratory maintenance
Ensure adherence to Health and Safety procedures
Assist with consumables stock control
Attend laboratory meetings
The annual cost of employment is between R135 342 and R252 318.
Application process:
To apply, please e-mail the completed UCT Application form (HR201) and all other relevant documentation as
indicated on the form, with the subject line “Medical Technologist” followed by the reference number to
Reyhana Solomon at [email protected]
The application form can be downloaded at http://web.uct.ac.za/depts/sapweb/forms/hr201.doc
An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete. Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Address: Room 3.03, Wolfson Pavilion, IIDMM, UCT Faculty of Health Sciences, Anzio Road, Observatory, 7925.
Telephone: +27 21 406 6389; Fax: +27 21 406 6796; Web: www.iidmm.uct.ac.za
Reference number for this position: I-2784
Closing date for applications: 21 August 2013
UCT is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity and redress. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at
http://www.uct.ac.za/downloads/uct.ac.za/about/policies/eepolicy.pdf
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