The Position:

The Director,  GSSTI  is responsible for the administrative, scientific, technical and commercial functions of the Institute.

The Director, GSSTI will report directly to the Director-General.

Duties/Key Responsibilities:

•   The Director is to work closely with the Director-General to implement policies of the Commission.
•   It is his/her responsibility to initiate new research proposals in accordance with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) approved Country Programme Framework (CPF) for Ghana and co-ordinate research, scientific, technical and commercial activities in the Institute.
•   Set the priority goals of research activities within the Institute in line with the Commission's policy,
•   Drive the research and technical operations of the Institute including commercialization of research output.
•   Develop and implement the appropriate strategies and systems for effective coordination, monitoring and evaluation of research work within the Institute.
•   Ensures a sound working environment conducive for the publication of research output.
•   Ensures the availability of funds for research purposes in the Institute.
•   Any other job that may be assigned by the Director General.
•   The position is for five (5) years but may be renewed for a second term.
•   Must be able to serve a full term of five (5) years.
•   Salary and fringe benefits are attractive.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Must possess a higher degree (PhD, DSc and DPhil) in either Nuclear or related feilds.
•   Must be if minimum rank of Principal Research Scientist or Associate Professor.
•   Must possess a good sense of direction and managerial Leadership
•   Must have excellent research, analytical and conceptual capabilities to be able to innovate for performance improvement.
•   Must be able to demonstrate maturity, integrity, assertiveness, self-confidence and a broad knowledge of the Nuclear, Biotechnology and other related fields so as to be able to promote the image of GAEC at national and international fora.
•   Must have proven ability to organize and co-ordinate research activities within the Institutes of the Commission and to motivate research project leaders to combine research excellence with cost effectiveness and relevance.
•   Must have excellent inter-personal and communication skills so as to be able to inspire research and supporting staff.
•   Must not be  more than fifty-five (55) years.
•   Must be a citizen of Ghana and accomplished research scientist

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates are requested to submit the following as part of the application:

•   Curriculum Vitae, including names and address of three Referees
•   A two-page statement of candidate's vision for the fulfilment of the Commission's functions as set out in section (3) of the Atomic Energy Act 588 of 2000.

Application should be forwarded to reach the following address:-

The Director-General
Ghana Atomic Energy Commission
P. O. Box LG 80
Legon, Accra

Applicants may also send application to:-

DG-Apply@gaecgh.org

Closing Date: 15 March, 2015