3 Scientific Computing jobs in South Africa

SENIOR ANALYST MARKET SURVEILLANCE AND DATA ANALYSIS DEPARTMENT

Pretoria, Gauteng FSCA South Africa

Posted 8 days ago

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Purpose Of The Job

To analyse data systems, create automated systems to retrieve information from database and compile reports. The department will also use data to solve problems, to turn data into information and information into insight that will lead to informed business decisions, and to create detailed specifications that specify data sources, data flows, data transformations, data storage and reporting. The person appointed to this position will report to the Senior Specialist: Data Analysis.

Key Performance Areas

  • Create detailed specifications that specify data sources, data flows, data transformations, data storage and reporting;
  • Produce documentation such as source-to-target-maps, data dictionaries and data models;
  • Create test cases and scenarios used to ensure quality assurance;
  • Interact and collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to identify data sources, find data definitions for master and meta data as well as formulate and implement solutions;
  • Promote the use of existing enterprise data standards to enhance data quality, ensure constant compliance and adherence to data governance principles;
  • Process live and confidential data according to specified guidelines;
  • Evaluate changes and updates to source production systems that could impact reporting and eventually business decisions;
  • Interpret data, analyze results and interpret trends enabling continuous improvement in data quality and overall business performance;
  • Defines, implements and standardises metrics, reports and dashboards for the business;
  • Deliver key metrics, reports and dashboard with interpretation.

Other Key Competencies

The applicant must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: active listening, critical thinking, analytical thinking, attention to detail, strong financial and numeracy skills, proficiency in using Ms office, excellent communication skills, good interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence. The candidate must have the ability to establish priorities and manage several tasks.

The FSCA is committed to increasing the representation of marginalised groups in line with its transformation strategy. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Please note that correspondence and communication will only be conducted with short listed candidates and that the FSCA reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Senior Analyst Market Surveillance And Data Analysis Department (Pretoria)

Pretoria, Gauteng FSCA South Africa

Posted 5 days ago

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Job title : Senior Analyst Market Surveillance And Data Analysis Department (Pretoria)

Job Location : Gauteng, Pretoria
Deadline : August 18, 2025

Purpose of the Job :

To analyze data systems, create automated systems to retrieve information from databases, and compile reports. The department will also use data to solve problems, turn data into information, and information into insights that will lead to informed business decisions. The role involves creating detailed specifications for data sources, data flows, data transformations, data storage, and reporting. The person appointed will report to the Senior Specialist : Data Analysis.

Key Performance Areas :

  1. Create detailed specifications that specify data sources, data flows, data transformations, data storage, and reporting;
  2. Produce documentation such as source-to-target maps, data dictionaries, and data models;
  3. Create test cases and scenarios used to ensure quality assurance;
  4. Interact and collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to identify data sources, define data for master and metadata, and implement solutions;
  5. Promote the use of existing enterprise data standards to enhance data quality, ensure compliance, and adhere to data governance principles;
  6. Process live and confidential data according to specified guidelines;
  7. Evaluate changes and updates to source production systems that could impact reporting and business decisions;
  8. Interpret data, analyze results, and identify trends to enable continuous improvement in data quality and business performance;
  9. Define, implement, and standardize metrics, reports, and dashboards for the business;
  10. Deliver key metrics, reports, and dashboards with interpretation.

Other Key Competencies :

The applicant must demonstrate active listening, critical thinking, analytical thinking, attention to detail, strong financial and numeracy skills, proficiency in MS Office, excellent communication, good interpersonal skills, and emotional intelligence. The candidate should be able to establish priorities and manage multiple tasks.

Requirements :

A degree or B Tech in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) or a related discipline with at least 4 years of relevant experience, preferably in financial services. Proven experience in building logical and physical data models using industry best practices, patterns, and frameworks. Knowledge of database and data warehouse design. Familiarity with BI methodologies. Practical experience with database management tools and reporting tools.

Closing Date : 18 August 2025

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POSTDOC (PhD) COMPUTATIONAL MATERIAL SCIENCE

Gauteng, Gauteng Mintek

Posted 11 days ago

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POSTDOC (PhD) COMPUTATIONAL MATERIAL SCIENCE

Mintek City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description:

This position is for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Computational Material Science. If you have obtained a PhD degree and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please share your CV with us.

Responsibilities:

  1. Utilize open source computational materials science tools.
  2. Apply mathematical techniques in research.
  3. Conduct research in heat transformation and pyrometallurgy.

Application Process:

Suitable and interested candidates can send CVs to .

By submitting your CV, you consent to the processing of your personal information under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), Act 4 of 2013, for recruitment purposes only. Your data will be securely managed and used to assess your suitability for current and future roles. If unsuccessful, we may retain your CV unless you request its deletion by contacting .

Seniority Level

Internship

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

Research Services

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