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AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (ARC)
 
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is a premier science institution that conducts research with partners, develops human capital and foster innovation in support of the agricultural sector. It provides diagnostic, laboratory, analytical, agricultural engineering services, post-harvest technology development, agrochemical evaluation, consultation and advisory services, food processing technology services as well as various surveys and training interventions. Through its wider network of research institutes and experimental farms, the ARC provides a strong scientific base and a broadly distributed technology transfer capacity to the entire agricultural industry in South Africa.
 
The ARC- Onderstepoort Veterinary Research (ARC– OVR) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following positions at Pretoria:
 
 
SENIOR RESEARCHER – RESIDUE
 
Key Performance Areas:
 Manage the Residue Laboratory in diagnostic services and research output particularly for the National Chemical Residue Control and Monitoring Programme,
 Manage the Analytical Services of the PHZ programme together with personnel in the Residue section,
 Develop and validate analytical methods specifically in the fields of HPLC (DAD and FLD), LC-MS/MS and GC(ECD and MS); LC-HRMS,
 Strong experience in sample preparation for biological and environmental samples,
 Drive external funding generation,
 Manage a group of technicians and scientists, Plan, execute and supervise routine analytical testing of biological samples,
 Trouble shoot technical problems associated with the techniques and tests,
 Train and mentor technicians and young scientists,
 Plan and execute research projects,
 Lead scientific outputs (technical reports, scientific papers and present research findings at national and international conferences,
 Maintain ISO17025 accreditation of the laboratory according to SANAS requirements,
 Develop and manage the budget for the projects,
 Provide scientific guidance and input as well as mentoring/training postgraduate, and visiting Scientists,
 Manage and maintain infrastructure and maintain accreditation status of the Residue Laboratory.
 
 
Requirements:
 PhD, DTECH in Analytical Chemistry or Bioanalytical, Chemistry, or Environmental Chemistry, Biochemistry,
 3 – 5 years’ experience in an accredited analytical or food safety laboratory,
 Fundamental knowledge of chromatography, ability to work independently and under pressure to ensure that diagnostic samples are processed as required and according to a plan,
 Professional membership,
 National scientific recognition,
 International scientific recognition,
 Presentations at national scientific and non-scientific forums, publication of articles as author or co-author,
 Publication of peer-reviewed articles as author or co-author in international journals would be an added advantage although not requirement,
 Public speaking (presentations, radio, poster exhibits) at workshops/meetings/forums, tertiary institutions, courses including talks/lectures,
 Popular publications: Publications in popular journals,
 Good interpersonal and communication skills.
 


Enquiries: Dr Misheck Mulumba, Tel: (012) 529-9338
 
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 21 DECEMBER 2021
 
A competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to South African citizens.
 
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license and nationality. 
 
NB: Non-RSA Citizens/work permit holders must attach certified copies) as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees must be e-mail to Kele@arc.agric.za
 
SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity. The company has the right not to appoint.

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