KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll  - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered. The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!

To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:                                                                      

•    A detailed Curriculum Vitae.

•    Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation).

•    A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).

•    Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Duties and responsibilities:

•    Assist academic staff with the compilation, preparation, and organisation of anatomy tutorials, practical sessions, and dissection sessions, including the development and distribution of relevant worksheets and assessments.

•    Assist academic staff with the arrangement, preparation, and accurate making of anatomical specimens required for tutorials, practical sessions, dissection, and formal assessments.

•    Support academic staff with the processing of marks and the quality assurance of assessments, including tests, assignments, tutorials, and practical sessions, by verifying marks and ensuring the accuracy of calculations and records.

•    Maintain the organisation, cleanliness, and proper functioning of the dissection halls, the Anatomy Museum, and other practical teaching venues to ensure a safe and effective learning environment.

•    Provide support for research projects related to anatomical teaching and learning activities where required.

•    Assist with the practical execution of research activities, including specimen preparation and literature searches.

•    Participate in and contribute to the departmental research programme.

Inherent requirements:

•    Bachelor’s degree on NQF Level 7 in Science or Medical Science with Human Anatomy as the main subject.

•    A minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in, or exposure to, a Higher Education environment as part of a multidisciplinary team within an Anatomy setting. Relevant experience may include the preparation and accurate marking of anatomical specimens, participation in dissections, and supporting staff with mark processing and the quality assurance of assessments.

•    A good academic record (attach a copy).

•    Valid driver’s license (attach a copy).

Recommendations:

•    Honours degree in the field of Human Anatomy on NQF Level 8 or Master of Medical Science degree on NQF Level 9 in the field of Human Anatomy.

•    Three (3) years’ relevant experience working in, or exposure to, a Higher Education environment as part of a multidisciplinary team within an Anatomy setting. Relevant experience may include the preparation and accurate marking of anatomical specimens, participation in dissections, and supporting staff with mark processing and the quality assurance of assessments

 

Required competencies:

•    Results Orientated:

-    The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one’s task.

-    The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.

•    Strategic Thinking:

-    The ability to deal with several activities at a time.

-    The ability to plan work and to follow plans.

•    Business Acumen:

-    The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.

-    Proficient in using MS Office.

•    Leading:

-    The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.

-    The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.

•    Building Coalitions:

-    The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

-    The ability to make decisions through consultation, collaboration and working with close supervision.

-    The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.

Assumption of duties:

1 May or as soon as possible.

Closing date:

21 April 2026

Salary:

The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R 464,882.91– R 585,370.51 per annum, depending on the budget available for the position, relevant work experience and qualifications.

Fringe benefits:

(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.

Enquiries:

For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 2876 or email Seitlhekolp@ufs.ac.za  or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2979 / 9813 for assistance.

General:

The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at:ufs-employment-equity-plan_2025.pdf

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.