Internship: Textile Processing and Characterisation

About the job
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is a leading scientific and technology research organisation that research, develops, localises and diffuses technologies to accelerate socio-economic prosperity in South Africa. The organisation’s work contributes to industrial development and supports a capable state. The CSIR has a vacancy for a Internship: Textile Processing and Characterisation in the

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is a leading scientific and technology research organisation that researches, develops, localises, and diffuses technologies to accelerate socio-economic prosperity in South Africa. The organisation¿s work contributes to industrial development and supports a capable state.

Internship: Textile Processing and Characterisation

About The Job

The CSIR has two Internship opportunities in the Textile Testing and Characterisation facility, Centre for Nanostructures and Advanced Materials (CeNAM), within the Chemicals Cluster. The purpose of these internships is to provide graduates with an opportunity to gain practical work experience through research and development of competitive technologies and innovative products under the guidance of experienced researchers and engineers within cross-functional teams. These positions are based in Pretoria.

For more info about the cluster, please visit https://www.csir.co.za/what-we-do/chemicals-and-materials/nanostructures-and-advanced-materials

Key Responsibilities

Under supervision, the Intern will be required to:

Conduct textile testing and routing verification test accurately;
Comply with Global Laboratory Quality Management System (ISO 17025:2017);
Maintain Turn Around Time (TAT) within the agreed time frame:
Reconcile the remaining tested samples and hard copies after testing and store as per the client¿s requirements;
Carry out quality assurance measures, apply work and test procedures, considering all relevant standards SANS, ASTM, AATCC, EU, WW, etc;
Ensure the lab has adequate resources to perform all aspects of work required:
Ensure compliance with all corporate policy and procedures in the laboratory;
Represent the inspectorate by appearance and ethical conduct.
Take responsibility and custodianship of the laboratory;

Qualifications, Skills, And Experience

A National diploma in textile technology, textile science, or other related fields;
A bachelor’s degree will be advantageous;
Must have a `hands-on¿ approach with respect to equipment operation, and working in the laboratory and pilot facility;
Basic knowledge of textile materials, fibres, and fabric construction.
Must be Computer literate with the MS Office Package;
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written);
The following skills are required;
Self-motivated and a team player;
Analytical, methodical, innovative, and results-driven;
Willingness to learn and work under pressure;
Pro-active and focused;
Attention to detail and the ability to follow precise testing protocols.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
Ability to prioritise and have a good sense of urgency and accuracy.

What¿s in it for you?

The CSIR Offers

Learning and development opportunities.
We openly acknowledge and reward our employees’ contributions and accomplishments through our esteemed CSIR Excellence Awards.

PLEASE NOTE THAT FEEDBACK WILL BE GIVEN TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY.

For more info, please contact the CSIR Recruitment Centre on 012 841 4774 or email us at Recruitmentinfo@csir.co.za

The CSIR is an equal opportunity employer. As such, it is committed to the Employment Equity Act and will, through the filling of this vacancy, give preference to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act. By applying for this position at the CSIR, the applicant understands and agrees that the CSIR may solicit a credit and criminal report from a registered credit bureau and/or the South African Police Services (in relation to positions that require trust and honesty and/or entail the handling of cash or finances), and may also verify the applicant¿s educational qualification and employment history. The CSIR reserves the right to remove the advertisement at any time before the stated closing date, and it further reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.