State Veterinarian: Pcr Procedures/ Residues And Toxicology Veterinary Services (Stellenbosch)

Requirements

An appropriate BVSc/ BVMCh qualification; Registration as a Veterinarian with the S.A Veterinary Council; A minimum of 1-year post-qualification experience; A valid code B driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: Working knowledge of the following: Managing technical personnel, Special interest poultry pathology and disease diagnostics; Interest in molecular biology, toxicology and clinical pathology; Animal diseases especially the macro- and microscopic pathology of diseases (veterinary pathology); Laboratory diagnostics in all disciplines with emphasis on infectious diseases and zoonoses; Advising on control, treatment and prevention of animal diseases diagnosed; Monitor the health of sheep and or chicken flock at the laboratory, including treating sick animals and preventative treatment e.g. vaccinations; Personnel management and supervision for technical staff in laboratory sections; Laboratory information management systems (LIMS); Management skills required for the supervision of the laboratory sections including advice and guidance regarding the purchases of reagents and other requirements, within the allocated budget; Principles of a quality management system based on ISO/IEC 17025; Above average verbal and written communication skills; Computer literacy in Microsoft Office; Organisational skills, practical, precise and ability to work independently and as part of a team; Ability to perform full post mortem examination and to recognize and interpret post mortem lessons.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible to render a Veterinary Laboratory Diagnostic service; Populate data bases (e.g. LIMS) to provide veterinary statistics for national and international planning; Keep up to date with regard to the applicable prescripts, policies, procedures, technologies and new developments to be able to render an efficient and effective Veterinary Diagnostic laboratory service.

How to Apply

Enquiries

Dr G Msiza Tel No: (021) 808 5001