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29 Aug, 2014
29 Aug, 2014
Two internships, in the NMISA gas analysis laboratory, are available to assist in research, development, realisation and maintenance of National Measurement Standards for gas analysis.
INTERNSHIPS: GAS ANALYSIS (Twelve month contract)
Salary R 5 445.00 – R 7 260.00 per month
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
Assist with the dissemination of traceability from these standards to industry, thereby supporting South African industry.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• BSc Degree in Chemistry or BTech in Analytical Chemistry or a higher qualification.
• Theoretical knowledge of:
o Gas chromatography coupled with other detectors
o Spectroscopic methods
o Various analytical quantification procedures such as instrument calibration using external and/or internal standards
• Computer literate: MS Office and especially proficient on MS Excel
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assist in the maintenance of traceability at the highest level
• Gravimetric preparation of gas mixtures
• Verification and certification of gas mixtures
• Provide technical and scientific input into specialist projects
• Compile scientific reports for accurate and complete record keeping
• Calibrate breathalysers and gas analysers for external customers
• Prepare calibration certificates in accordance with the gas laboratory’s procedures
• Comply with the requirements of the NMISA total quality management system to ensure process consistency and effectiveness
Closing Date: 05 September 2014
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