Junior Scientist - Geology

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Overall, Job Purpose :
Undertake targeted research in a wide variety of geoscientific fields including project implementation under guidance of more senior scientific staff.

• Conducts targeted geoscience research under guidance which includes data collection, basic analyses and interpretation
• Resolves focused problems in a variety of geoscientific fields in line (in part) with SOP/research methodology under guidance or supervision.

• Participates in statutory and/or commercial projects under supervision
• Write scientific reports under guidance.
• Geoscience data collection and capturing, map compilation and geoscience data collation under the instruction and guidance.
• Maintaining field equipment.

• Gives formal scientific or technical presentations of papers or reports, internally to other staff members and externally with guidance at conferences or symposia (typically once a year).
• Publishes research findings internally and externally based on the nature of the project cycle.

• Ensures that work is conducted within the required ISO standards.

• Undertake specific and requisite self-improvement learning/conferences and development through workshops/training courses.
• Undertakes varied geoscientific tasks as required and stipulated within the Council for Geoscience mandate.

• Ability to conduct geo-scientific investigations and research with minimal supervision.
• Ability to present geo-scientific investigations in a written report.
• Ability to present scientific papers to members of staff or externally.
• Ability to relate to members of a team and work within a team setting.

• BSc Hons in Geology or any other relevant earth science qualification.
• Professional registration with SACNASP will be an added advantage.
• Valid driver’s licence.

• Basic relevant experience will be an added advantage.

The Council for Geoscience is committed to Employment Equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity prescripts, preference will be given but not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups. Females and people from previously disadvantaged groups and sectors are encouraged to apply.

All appointments are subject to positive vetting results.

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