The CSIR is a semi-autonomous Corporation with the mandate to pursue the implementation of Government policies on scientific research and development; encourage coordination of scientific research for the management, utilization and conservation of the natural resources of Ghana; and to advise Government on scientific and technological advances likely to be of importance to national development. Established in its present form in October 1968 as Ghana's premier S & T Research and Development organisation, the CSIR now operates under the mandate of CSIR Act 521 of 1996, which among other things, empowers it to commercialize its research activities. From its Head Office in Accra, the CSIR oversees and co-ordinates the activities of 13 research institutes spread across the country.

Mandate of Institute of Industrial Research (IIR)

The mandate of IIR is to undertake research into process and product design and development, and to promote adaptive technology, scientific instrumentation and calibration, as well as repair of precision equipment. The Institute aims to drive national development and global competitiveness in industry through scientific and technological research.

Description Of Job

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ghanaians to fill the above vacancy at the CSIR-Institute of Industrial Research.

Qualification Required & Experience

•  A minimum of HND in Mechanical Engineering OR Engineering Technician Certificate Part III or NVTI Certificate (Advanced)
•  Should have the ability to undergo training in glass blowing and be motivated to work in a Scientific Research environment

How To Apply For The Job

Interested persons should send their applications with CV including names and addresses of 3 referees to the address below:

The Ag. Director
CSIR-IIR
P. O.  Box LG 576
Legon

Closing Date:  11 September, 2012

Candidates should request their referees to send their confidential reports to the above address not later than Tuesday, 11th September, 2012.

Please specify the exact position you are applying for at the back of the envelope