The Department of Ichthyology and Fisheries Science invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

Main Objectives

To assist and support the Manager: Admin and Technical Support and be responsible for the day-to-day running of the Departments technical facilities which are required for research, teaching purposes and service provision. He/she will be responsible for the aquaculture facilities and the outreach programmes and will be expected to work after hours and on weekends as required.

The Requirements

Grade 12 with either science or biology at the Grade 12 level plus 4 approximately years’ relevant experience where such experience includes: -

• Previous experience in aquaculture and/or work associated with maintaining life support systems for marine or freshwater organisms.
• Previous experience working on a fish farm or in a fish hatchery or aquatic science laboratory.
• Previous technical experience and/or a proven technical ability.
• Must show an aptitude and willingness to care for live animals.
• At least 6-months’ previous supervision experience and/or be in possession of an RU Supervision Certificate.
• Ability to swim.
• Must be in possession of a valid driver’s licence. A PDP licence will be an advantage. If the job incumbent does not have a PDP licence they must be prepared to obtain one in the future should this be required. In such a case the Institution will cover the costs of obtaining such a licence.
• Boating experience and a Skippers license will be an advantage.
• A Degree/Diploma in aquatic sciences or equivalent will be an advantage and/or those study towards such a qualification will have an advantage.

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:

• A comprehensive CV, and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -
  • Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
  • Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
• A strong and succinct motivation outlining your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.

Please note that no hand-written applications will be considered. Your application must be submitted via our website and online recruitment system.  Failure to submit all documentation and respond to all the questions asked appropriately will result in an application being disqualified.

Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application can be submitted to hrrecruitment@ru.ac.za.

Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):

• Short-listing meeting scheduled for the TBC 2026
• The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

Remuneration per annum (Grade 09):

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum:                                           R324 203

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately):                            R445 208

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three-years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview.  Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.

Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act 13 of 2022 and Rhodes University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

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