PRINCIPAL TECHNICIAN P001127

·        A bachelor’s degree / advanced diploma in Engineering or equivalent (NQF level 7).·        A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the design and manufacturing of electronics.·        A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the conceptualisation, deployment and commissioning of scientific equipment.·        A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in research support.·        A minimum of one (1) year experience in supporting undergraduate and postgraduate projects.KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:·        Excellent problem-solving skills.·        Adequate computer skills.·        Demonstrate language proficiency to function optimally in the multilingual environment of the NWU.·        Knowledge of the higher education landscape.BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES ·        Sound interpersonal relationship skills.·        Excellent communication skills.·        Team-oriented and reliable.·        Willing to take on administrative and leadership duties.  REMUNERATION:The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                    Prof Amare Abebe 018 389 2848 ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms. Dolly Lebepe on 018 299 4936CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                               12 July 2026PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:                                                            As soon as possible Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered. The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.It all starts here ®

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION To provide technical research support in the Centre for Space Research (CSR). KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:1.       Research and Innovation·        Maintenance of current scientific experiments including optical and radio telescopes and particle detectors·        Assist with data quality control of existing experiments·        Liaise with and provide support to national and international research partners·        Assist with the conceptualizing of new research experiments and provide technical support·        Deploy and commission new scientific experiments·        Design, manufacture, and test electronics components for research and commercialization purposes·        Support engaged research in the faculty.2.       Teaching and Learning·        Assist with undergraduate practical work.·        Assist with post-graduate research activities.·        Manage and partake in student communication and support activities.3.       Community EngagementParticipate in community engagement projects

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