22 Oct
University of Pretoria
Krugersdorp
FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE
HANS HOHEISEN WILDLIFE RESEARCH STATION
VETERINARIAN
POST LEVEL 7
The incumbent will be responsible for the following, which s/he should manage independently:
Act as a point of contact between HHWRS and researchers conducting animal work in the Minisi community and/or reserves and/or at the station;
Support research projects by providing the required veterinary expertise for project facilitation (animal handling, sampling, immobilisation and relocation, biopsy and necropsy); assist with permitting requirements (Department of Agriculture, Health and Environmental affair, and others); and assist with invoicing and costing of studies;
Maintain research field project register,
together with the laboratory manager, comprehensively documents all registered research activities linked to the station;
Provide feedback and training sessions in the Mnisi community and facilitate workshops and/or information sessions, for visiting researchers, students and staff;
Locum veterinarian for the Hluvukani Animal Clinic, including associated veterinary student training;
Standby facility management; and
Management of contract staff assisting with field and community-based research involving animals, as needed by projects.
CLOSING DATE: 03 November 2024
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements
A BVSc or equivalent degree;
At least 4 years’ experience with companion animals, livestock and wildlife;
Registered with SAVC as a veterinarian.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
Demonstrated ability to engage with a broad range of stakeholders;
Extensive knowledge of controlled diseases;
Learning facilitation and/or instruction skills;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
Excellent interpersonal skills; and
Flexible, supportive team-player who is able to work independently and in isolation.
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
Sound knowledge of the legislative frameworks applicable to controlled diseases and movement of domestic and wild animals;
Experience in providing veterinary support to research projects;
Willingness to reside and work at the research station and provide support outside of regular office hours. Housing is available at an affordable rent;
Co-authorship of >5 publications;
Relevant MSc degree; and
Knowledge of the greater Ehlanzeni area.
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES: Ms GD Maseko, Tel: (012) 529 8495 for application-related enquiries, and Prof Armanda Bastos, Email: [email protected] for enquiries relating to the post content.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 January 2024, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality,
employment equity and diversity.
In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.