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Technology Transfer Officer
Job Title/Posbeskrywing Technology Transfer Officer
Location/Area
Organization/Organisasie Innovation and Commercialisation
Department Description/Departement Beskrywing
Innovation and Commercialisation Division
Technology Transfer Officer
(Post Level 8)
(Stellenbosch Campus)
Ref. INV/169/0725
Innovus is the technology transfer office of Stellenbosch University (SU). We are responsible for the commercialisation of the University’s intellectual property (IP) and innovations through licensing, spin-out formation, and collaborative partnerships. In addition, Innovus supports entrepreneurial initiatives and innovation capacity-building across SU.
We are seeking a highly motivated Technology Transfer Officer to join our dynamic team and help us bridge the gap between academic research and real-world impact.
As a Technology Transfer Officer, you will be instrumental in supporting the identification, protection, and commercialisation of innovations arising from the University’s research. You will interact with researchers, external partners, and internal stakeholders to facilitate technology transfer activities that align with both commercial potential and public benefit.
You will combine a scientific or engineering background with sound business insight, supporting the development of strategies for IP protection, licensing, and collaboration. While prior experience in IP management or commercialisation is desirable, we also welcome applications from individuals with strong analytical and communication skills who are eager to grow into the role.
Duties/Pligte
Networking and Marketing
Developing and maintaining relationships with SU’s academic and research community to stimulate innovation and intellectual property (IP) awareness.
Assisting with the disclosure process and promoting a culture of innovation within the University.
Creating and distributing marketing material for SU technologies and Innovus initiatives.
Representing SU and giving presentations at conferences and networking events.
Coordinating and supporting events to showcase SU innovations and attract external business partners and investors.
Maintaining and creating content for Innovus’s digital platforms (website, social media, and newsletters).
Evaluation and IP Analysis
Reviewing and assessing technology disclosures for technical merit and commercial potential.
Conducting prior art and market research to inform IP strategy and commercialisation prospects.
Collaborating with patent attorneys and internal stakeholders on IP filings and protection strategies.
Supporting the development of commercialisation pathways (e.g., licensing, partnerships, or spin-out formation).
Commercialisation and Business Development
Identifying potential commercial and industry partners for new technologies.
Proactively marketing and selling SU innovations globally.
Supporting the structuring and negotiation of licensing agreements and other commercial deals.
Liaising with internal teams to monitor ongoing commercial relationships and agreements.
Assisting with developing business cases or commercialisation plans for high-potential innovations.
Communication and Strategic Engagement
Working closely with the Deputy Director: Technology Transfer and the broader Innovus team.
Contributing to internal reports, dashboards, and documentation on TTO performance and project progress.
Engaging with the SU LaunchLab and other partners on entrepreneurial development activities.
Contributing to continuous improvement of technology transfer practices at SU.
Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes
Master’s degree in a science or engineering discipline.
Demonstrated success in technology commercialisation and innovation.
An extensive network across various industries.
At least two years’ working experience in a technology commercialisation setting.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent presentation skills.
The ability to translate technical language into marketing material that is easily understood by anyone.
The ability to perform due diligence on technology projects to determine commercial viability, competitiveness, applications, customer profile, etc.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Self-driven, proactive, and flexible.
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
The ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Comfortable working across disciplines and engaging with diverse stakeholders.
The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and perform well under pressure.
Willingness to travel.
A valid driver’s licence and own transport.
Recommendation/Aanbeveling
The ability to use artificial intelligence tools in an ethical and constructive manner to enhance productivity.
Exposure to intellectual property, commercialisation processes, or technology transfer.
Familiarity with South Africa’s IPR Act (51 of 2008) and/or university IP policies.
Experience in a technology sales capacity.
Experience working in or with academic or research environments.
Basic project management experience or training.
How To Apply/Hoe Om Aansoek Te Doen
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Stellenbosch University is committed to employment equity (EE), and appointments will be made in line with the EE plan for the specific environment as well as the EE Plan of the University.
Stellenbosch University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Your application, comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including the names and email addresses of at least three referees), must reach the University before or on the closing date of the advertised post.
APPLY ONLINE AT https://www.sun.ac.za/english/careers BY USING THE APPLY NOW LINK AT THE TOP RIGHT-HAND CORNER OF THE SPECIFIC VACANCY PAGE.
The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates.
Should no feedback be received from the University within four to six weeks of the closing date, kindly accept that your application did not succeed.
Enquiries/Navrae
Enquiries regarding this post: Ms Nolene Singh on 021 808 4192, or at nsingh@sun.ac.za
Enquiries regarding remuneration/benefits, as well as technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre on 021 808 2753 (Stellenbosch) / 021 938 9636 (Tygerberg), or at sun-e-hr@sun.ac.za
Currency ZAR
Commencement Date 01-Oct-2025
Closing Date 14-Aug-2025
Amount of Travel
Work At Home
Coordinator: Unit for International Credentialling
Job Title/Posbeskrywing Coordinator: Unit for International Credentialling
Location/Area
Organization/Organisasie Stellenbosch University International
Department Description/Departement Beskrywing
Stellenbosch University International (SU International)
Centre for Capacity Development in Africa
Unit for International Credentialling
Coordinator (Post Level 9)
(Stellenbosch Campus)
Ref. SUI/172/0727
The post is positioned within the Stellenbosch University Unit for International Credentialling (SU-UIC) which is situated within the Centre for Capacity Development in Africa in the Stellenbosch University International (SU International) Division. SU International is a professional support service division within the responsibility area of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Strategy, Global and Corporate Affairs. SU International contributes to the institutional objectives and supports all faculties with their internationalisation activities.
The SU-UIC supports the evaluation and quality assurance of foreign and international qualifications to enable access of eligible applicants to quality higher education institutions. The vision of the Unit is to be a trusted, effective quality assurer for international credentialling in and for Africa, especially related to external school-leaving examinations administered in Africa, enabling access to quality higher education institutions in a global market. At present, the SU-UIC externally quality assures the Independent Examinations Board’s (IEB) International Secondary Certificate (ISC), Africa’s first international secondary qualification. The Unit also consults with the Examinations Council of Lesotho on the new national secondary qualification, the Lesotho Advanced Secondary Certificate.
The incumbent will coordinate processes related to the external quality assurance of qualifications, inlucding liaising with Examination Councils and consultative services provided by the Unit.
Duties/Pligte
The duties of the SU-UIC coordinator will include the following:
Supporting the Senior Coordinator/Programme Manager with liaising with the Examinations Councils.
Coordinating the delivery of contracted services.
Providing support in setting up, and the subsequent functioning and coordination of, the SU-UIC committees, external moderators and specialists.
Arranging logistics related to meetings, workshops, training and annual scheduling.
Performing tasks relating to the development of the Unit as well as tasks related to ensure quality assurance of the international qualifications supported by the Unit.
Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes
Bachelor’s degree;
Three to five years’ proven work experience in education or a related field.
Knowledge of secondary curricula and assessment theory and/or practice.
Knowledge of school leaving examination systems and processes related to quality assurance.
Strong administrative skills and the ability to work under pressure.
Self motivated with the ability to problem solve, multi-task, and work in teams.
Competent with organising online meetings and working in online environments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Strong planning and coordination (logistical) skills, and the ability to adhere to deadlines.
Computer skills in MS Office (Word), and proven proficiency in Excel, MS Teams, and database handling.
Dynamic interpersonal and cross-cultural competencies with the self confidence to engage with people at all levels.
Availability after office hours during high volume periods such as the examination period.
Recommendation/Aanbeveling
A postgraduate qualification.
Proficiency in Southern African languages.
Background in education, or educational psychology, or industrial psychology, or human resource management.
Knowledge of legal and legislative processes and documentation.
Project management experience.
Experience with University systems (financial and HR systems).
Experience in event planning, management and execution.
International study or work experience.
How To Apply/Hoe Om Aansoek Te Doen
LI-POST
PSS
Stellenbosch University is committed to employment equity (EE), and appointments will be made in line with the EE plan for the specific environment as well as the institutional EE Plan of the University.
Stellenbosch University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Your application, comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including the names and email addresses of at least three referees), must reach the University before or on the closing date of the advertised post.
APPLY ONLINE AT https://www.sun.ac.za/english/careers BY USING THE APPLY NOW LINK AT THE TOP RIGHT-HAND CORNER OF THE SPECIFIC VACANCY PAGE.
The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates.
Should no feedback be received from the University within four to six weeks of the closing date, kindly accept that your application did not succeed.
Enquiries/Navrae
Enquiries regarding this post: Prof Sarah Howie on 021 808 9032, or at sarahhowie@sun.ac.za
Enquiries regarding remuneration/benefits, as well as technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre on 021 808 2753 (Stellenbosch) / 021 938 9636 (Tygerberg), or at sun-e-hr@sun.ac.za
Currency
Commencement Date 01-Nov-2025
Closing Date 14-Aug-2025
Amount of Travel
Work At Home
Fitness Instructor
Job Title/Posbeskrywing Fitness Instructor
Location/Area
Organization/Organisasie Maties Gymnasium
Department Description/Departement Beskrywing
Maties Gymnasium
Fitness Instructor
(Tygerberg Campus)
(Part-time six-month fixed-term contract)
Ref. MG/167/0725
Reporting to the General Manager: Tygerberg Gymnasium, the incumbent will work as an individual in a team environment to drive the success of the gymnasium and overall organisation. The incumbent will be expected to maintain a well-groomed, professional and business-like appearance at all times.
The position available is a 22.5 hours per week fixed-term contract for a six-month period.
Duties/Pligte
Conducting full gym tours with prospective members.
Presenting the different gym pricing options to prospective members.
Assisting with membership sales.
Assisting members in completing various health and fitness assessments.
Prescribing effective exercise programmes and advice to members, depending on the individual needs of the member.
Correcting exercise techniques where and when appropriate and providing alternative exercises to members based on their needs.
Being solution-driven and assisting members in solving any queries that may arise from time to time.
Establishing, maintaining and growing sound, positive relationships with fellow staff and organisation departments, suppliers, vendors, tenants and gym members.
Ensuring that all weights and equipment are neatly and correctly stored and accessible at all times.
Ensuring that members adhere to the various access control processes.
Willingness to teach classes of floor and studio-based exercises set to music.
Ensuring ethical, honest and responsible conduct at all times.
Ensuring adherence to Occupational Health and Safety regulations, gym rules and organisation policy and procedures at all times.
Performing all necessary administrative functions for the position.
Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes
Relevant qualification in health and fitness.
Experience in the sport/health/fitness industry, including experience with gym equipment, exercise benefits, physical and health assessments and the interpretation thereof.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Effective conflict management skills and techniques.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Good attention to detail.
Willingness and availability to work after hours, on weekends and public holidays.
The ability to thrive in a team within a diverse work environment.
Recommendation/Aanbeveling
None.
How To Apply/Hoe Om Aansoek Te Doen
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PSS
Stellenbosch University is committed to employment equity (EE), and appointments will be made in line with the EE plan for the specific environment as well as the institutional EE Plan of the University.
Maties Gymnasium reserves the right to extend the closing date if deemed appropriate.
Applicants may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.
Maties Gymnasium reserves the right not to make an appointment for this position.
Your application, comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae, must reach the University before or on the closing date of the advertised post.
APPLY ONLINE AT https://www.sun.ac.za/english/careers BY USING THE APPLY NOW LINK AT THE TOP RIGHT-HAND CORNER OF THE SPECIFIC VACANCY PAGE.
The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates.
Should Maties Gymnasium not contact you within two weeks after the closing date, kindly accept that your application did not succeed.
Enquiries/Navrae
Enquiries regarding this post: Amori Viljoen on 021 932 2888, or at amori@sun.ac.za
Enquiries regarding technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre on 021 808 2753, or at sun-e-hr@sun.ac.za
Currency ZAR
Commencement Date 01-Sep-2025
Closing Date 11-Aug-2025
Amount of Travel
Work At Home
Software Test Analyst
Job Title/Posbeskrywing Software Test Analyst
Location/Area
Organization/Organisasie Information Technology
Department Description/Departement Beskrywing
Information Technology
Software Test Analyst (Post Level 9)
(Two-year Full-time Fixed-term Contract)
(Stellenbosch Campus)
Ref. IT/166/0725
The Information Technology (IT) Division is the strategic partner of Stellenbosch University (SU) on the digital transformation journey. We provide exceptional digitally-enhanced experiences for our stakeholders in partnership with our internal and external stakeholders by improving the efficiency and effectiveness of operational activities and campus facilities, enhancing the transformative student experience, enriching teaching-learning-assessment and promoting student success, advancing research activities and processes by supporting the research journey and enabling social impact initiatives.
The Software Test Analyst is part of a project implementation and support team working directly with University staff and product vendors to carry out software testing responsibilities. The incumbent will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software products by designing, executing, and maintaining test cases in an Agile environment. The incumbent will work closely with developers, business analysts, and product owners to ensure that software solutions meet business requirements and user expectations. The incumbent will also work independently with minimal supervision and at the same time coordinate activities with other team members. The Software Test Analyst will be expected to apply a high degree of expertise and advanced knowledge of software testing principles. A wide degree of initiative and creativity is expected.
Kindly note that this is a hybrid position. It will be expected of the incumbent to be able to work remotely from a reliable internet connection. There is an expectation that meetings will be scheduled in-person when required in Stellenbosch. The schedule and frequency of face-to-face engagements will be defined by the line manager and approved by the Line Management Structure.
Duties/Pligte
Test Planning and Design:
Analysing and understanding user stories, acceptance criteria, and business requirements to define test scenarios.
Designing and documenting test cases, test scripts, and test data based on functional and non-functional requirements.
Identifying and documenting test conditions, edge cases, and potential risks.
Test Execution and Defect Management:
Coordinating and executing the software testing effort.
Executing manual and automated test cases across different environments.
Identifying, logging, and tracking defects, working closely with developers and product owners to ensure timely resolution.
Performing regression testing, system functional testing, and user acceptance testing as needed.
Validating fixes and performing retesting before deployment.
Collaborating in Agile Teams:
Participating in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog refinement.
Working closely with developers, business analysts, and product owners to ensure requirements are testable and understood.
Participating in various project team meetings as required.
Providing feedback and suggestions for continuous improvement in testing processes.
Identifying and recommending improvements in testing strategies and Agile best practices.
Project and Change/Release Management:
Attending relevant project meetings (showcases and refinement sessions) to understand the final functionality and align testing cases accordingly.
Aligning with project timelines for releases and ensuring releases to production receives the necessary testing attention.
Reporting to the Change Advisory Board (CAB) on readiness to release to production.
Interacting with the role-players and stakeholders to better understand the product requirements.
Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes
NQF 7 qualification in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline (e.g., a bachelor’s degree) with at least two years’ experience in the field of software testing, OR NQF 6 qualification in Computer Science, Information Systems or related discipline (e.g., diploma) with at least four years’ experience in the field of software testing, OR NQF 5 qualification (e.g. higher certificate) with at least six years’ experience in the field of software testing, OR NQF 4 qualification (e.g. Matric, Senior Certificate)with at least eight years’ experience in the field of software testing.
Experience working as part of a Scrum team following Agile software development methods.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated knowledge and application of technical writing techniques.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient organisational and critical thinking skills.
Proficient understanding of software testing methodologies (e.g., functional, regression, UAT).
Proficiency in test management tools such as JIRA or similar.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
The ability to work independently while contributing effectively in a team environment.
The ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Skilled in fact-finding, data collection, and data analysis.
Sufficiently skilled at conflict resolution.
Recommendation/Aanbeveling
Certification in Software Test Analysis.
Knowledge of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
Knowledge of the higher education industry will be advantageous.
Experience with systems implementation in higher education.
Experience with API integrations and working with cloud-based systems.
How To Apply/Hoe Om Aansoek Te Doen
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Stellenbosch University is committed to employment equity (EE), and appointments will be made in line with the EE plan for the specific environment as well as the institutional EE Plan of the University.
Stellenbosch University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Your application, comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including the names and email addresses of at least three referees), must reach the University before or on the closing date of the advertised post.
APPLY ONLINE AT https://www.sun.ac.za/english/careers BY USING THE APPLY NOW LINK AT THE TOP RIGHT-HAND CORNER OF THE SPECIFIC VACANCY PAGE.
The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates.
The Occupational Health and Safety Act requires people in occupations that entail potential exposure to certain hazards (such as, but not limited to: noise, hazardous chemical substances and hazardous biological agents) to be subjected to medical screening, to determine their fitness to work in the said occupations.
Should no feedback be received from the University within four to six weeks of the closing date, kindly accept that your application did not succeed.
Enquiries/Navrae
Enquiries regarding this post: Tondani Mooketsi on 021 808 4092, or at tondani@sun.ac.za
Enquiries regarding remuneration/benefits, as well as technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre on 021 808 2753 (Stellenbosch) / 021 938 9636 (Tygerberg), or at sun-e-hr@sun.ac.za
Currency ZAR
Commencement Date 01-Sep-2025
Closing Date 06-Aug-2025
Amount of Travel
Work At Home
Junior Community Coordinator: Tygerberg
Job Title/Posbeskrywing Junior Community Coordinator: Tygerberg
Location/Area
Organization/Organisasie Centre for Student Life and Learning
Department Description/Departement Beskrywing
Division of Student Affairs
Centre for Student Life and Learning
Junior Community Coordinator: Tygerberg (Post Level 10)
(Tygerberg Campus)
(Full-time Permanent Appointment)
Ref. SSS/164/0725
At the core of everything we do at the Centre for Student Life and Learning (CSLL) lies the conviction that students¿ learning and living environments should be integrated instead of functioning as separate spheres. Therefore, student communities at Stellenbosch University (SU) are organised into clusters.
At SU, we have residential as well as commuter students ¿ and we apply the principles of cluster communities to all of them to integrate their academic and living environments. We harness the social dimension of community life to support SU’s academic mission, one of our institutional objectives being to provide students with a university experience in which student communities – of commuter as well as residential students – are extensions of academic life at the faculties.
Our aim is to establish a university environment that would create a well-rounded educational experience for students in line with the Strategic Framework and the profile of SU graduates.
The cluster system is geared towards building a student culture that promotes student success; a culture in which all students are included and engaged, and serious about playing an effective role within and beyond the borders of South Africa. In line with the University’s institutional objectives, we encourage commuter and residential students to start applying their newly acquired knowledge immediately, in their community, to make a difference in their respective clusters and beyond.
The Junior Community Coordinator plays a crucial role in integrating residential and commuter students, and in encouraging students to develop values-driven management, academic excellence, innovation, meaningful community interaction, critical citizenship and international networks. Therefore, the incumbent’s credibility and academic profile are decisive. The Junior Community Coordinator must also ensure that programmes that would contribute to the above objectives be designed and implemented in the various student communities and in the cluster as a whole.
The Junior Community Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and management of Ubuntu House, the commuter student community and residential communities at Tygerberg, and for administrative support to the cluster.Occasionally, the incumbent will have to attend meetings or workshops at the Stellenbosch campus and travel for training purposes.
Duties/Pligte
Primary responsibilities include the following:
Establishing values-driven management in the residential and commuter student communities.
Thinking critically, innovate and problem-solve creatively in an ever-evolving commuter student environment.
Driving a process, in conjunction with the cluster and the CSLL, to evaluate the commuter student community model at the Tygerberg campus.
Integrating students’ academic and out-of-class living environments.
Promoting healthy and inclusive community life in the residential and commuter student communities, and encouraging healthy relationships with other residences.
Developing residential and commuter student leadership, supervising leaders and providing them with guidance and mentorship.
Governing and managing the residential and commuter student communities effectively.
Being available for interaction and consultation with students.
Enhancing the cluster system in the residential and commuter student communities and the cluster.
Managing challenges and crises.
Participating in continuous training for resident and visiting heads.
Managing the liquor licence of the residential and commuter student communities and monitoring alcohol consumption.
Providing financial and administrative support to the Cluster Education Coordinator.
Kindly note: Many of these activities take place outside normal working hours. Be sure to familiarise yourself with the available accommodation.
For a full role description, contact Human Resources at granton@sun.ac.za
Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes
A relevant tertiary qualification at least at NQF level 6.
Compassion and a positive attitude towards students.
At least two years’ relevant experience in student development.
Proven ability, compassion and a positive attitude towards the complexity of students in a student community.
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities, with the demonstrated ability to innovate and adapt to an ever-evolving environment.
Verbal and written proficiency in English and another official South African language, and the ability to function in a multilingual environment.
The skill to facilitate a student community to be values-driven.
The ability to provide thought leadership and guide students through a process of change.
The proven ability to make positive contributions as part of a team.
The ability to manage and resolve conflict situations.
Interest in the establishment of learning and living communities on campus.
Knowledge of basic management principles.
The ability to integrate the learning and living environment of students in order to establish communities of listening, living and learning.
Recommendation/Aanbeveling
A strong academic profile.
Understanding of and experience in values-driven management.
Experience working with commuter students and/or a cluster system in higher education.
Experience of residence management.
Experience of diversity management.
Basic knowledge of student affairs.
Basic understanding of life coaching and mentoring.
Knowledge regarding the cluster system.
Attendance of at least one workshop in an area related to student development (attendance certificate required).
Proven participation in co-curricular programmes.
How To Apply/Hoe Om Aansoek Te Doen
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Stellenbosch University is committed to employment equity (EE). In accordance with the institutional EE Plan of the University and that of the specific environment, only South African citizens from the designated groups will be considered for appointment.
Stellenbosch University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Your application, comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including the names and email addresses of at least three referees), must reach the University before or on the closing date of the advertised post.
APPLY ONLINE AT https://www.sun.ac.za/english/careers BY USING THE APPLY NOW LINK AT THE TOP RIGHT-HAND CORNER OF THE SPECIFIC VACANCY PAGE.
The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates.
The Occupational Health and Safety Act requires people in occupations that entail potential exposure to certain hazards (such as, but not limited to: noise, hazardous chemical substances and hazardous biological agents) to be subjected to medical screening, to determine their fitness to work in the said occupations.
Should no feedback be received from the University within four to six weeks of the closing date, kindly accept that your application did not succeed.
Enquiries/Navrae
Enquiries regarding this post: Gareth Cornelissen on 021 808 2028 or at gmc@sun.ac.za
Enquiries regarding remuneration/benefits, as well as technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre on 021 808 2753 (Stellenbosch) / 021 938 9636 (Tygerberg), or at sun-e-hr@sun.ac.za
Currency
Commencement Date 01-Oct-2025
Closing Date 04-Aug-2025
Amount of Travel
Work At Home
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