Bloemfontein: Professional Officer (Human Anatomy) (post level 10/11) (Job ID: 6408) posted by University of the Free State

About the Role

The University of the Free State is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Professional Officer in Human Anatomy to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting academic staff with various tasks, supporting research projects, and maintaining the organization and cleanliness of our dissection halls and other practical teaching venues.

Key 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.

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.

Qualifications

• 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. (Not applicable to this position)

Salary & Benefits

• 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: pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.

Required Competencies

• Results Orientated:
• The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing ones 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.

Assumption of Duties

• May or as soon as possible.

Closing Date

• 21 April 2026

Enquiries

For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 2876 or email [or](). Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 2979 / 9813 for assistance.