Work applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following posts: *NB: Midlands State University is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND GEOSCIENCES

DEPARTMENT OF GEOLOGY & GEOPHYSICS Technician – Geophysics (2 Posts),Zvishavane Campus

Qualifications and experience

A Level passes in Mathematics, Physics and any third subject with O-level English. Diploma in Technician courses or any Geophysics training is a must. At least 2 years’ experience in a similar position. Duties & Responsibilities Position will support a wide range of geophysical projects related to environmental cleanup, water resources, geotechnical, and oil & gas related projects. The candidate must be able to: Operate borehole geophysical equipment; collect surface geophysical data using EM31, EM61, magnetometer, seismic, electrical resistivity imaging, ground penetrating radar (GPR), radio detection utility locating tools, and gravity and verify field data. Operate differential global positioning system equipment. Perform soil and groundwater sampling and other environmental field work; Prepare field sketch maps showing survey locations; maintain log book and data sheets indicating data collected acquisition parameters, and field observations; review and apply appropriate geophysical standards in implementing a designed geophysical survey; and interface with office and other field staff during and following completion of geophysical surveys. Duties & Responsibilities The successful candidate will be responsible for the following; Preparing practicals for students Carrying out pre-run of experiments Management and maintenance of laboratory equipment and instruments Assisting in research and consultancy.

APPLICATIONS Applicants must submit six sets of applications , certified copies of certificates, transcripts, national identification and Curriculum Vitae giving full personal particulars including full names, date of birth, qualifications, experience, present salary, date of availability, contact details , names and addresses of three referees addressed to: The Deputy Registrar – Human Resource Midlands State University P Bag 9055 Gweru