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AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (ARC) - RESEARCHER: INSECT ECOLOGY
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-Plant Health and Protection seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position at Roodeplaat:
RESEARCHER: INSECT ECOLOGY
Key Performance Areas:
• Undertake research on the biological control of insect pests on different crops,
• Oversee the mass-rearing of insect cultures and host plants,
• Undertake both field- and laboratory-based research on development of a targeted integrated insect pest management strategy,
• Development of activities and interventions to ensure that targets set out in ARC Operational and Business plans are met,
• Publish research results in reputable scientific journals,
• Produce popular articles to create awareness regarding beneficial organisms and sustainable farming systems,
• Produce quarterly reports, annual reports and client reports,
• Provide mentoring to research staff, and supervision of postgraduate students,
• Source new research opportunities and write proposals for funding.
Requirements:
• PhD with Entomology/Ecology or related field,
• Proven research record of accomplishment in Insect Ecology or Entomology,
• Track record of writing proposals and securing funding,
• Experience of research undertaken in Biological Control using insects or pathogens will be an advantage,
• Facilitation experience in training events,
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite,
• Proven record of publication of scientific papers, report writing, and compiling scientific and popular presentations as well as networking and co-ordination of projects at national level,
• A Valid Code B/EB driver’s license.
Enquiries: Dr R Price, Tel: (012) 808 8000
Requirements:
• PhD with Entomology/Ecology or related field,
• Proven research record of accomplishment in Insect Ecology or Entomology,
• Track record of writing proposals and securing funding,
• Experience of research undertaken in Biological Control using insects or pathogens will be an advantage,
• Facilitation experience in training events,
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite,
• Proven record of publication of scientific papers, report writing, and compiling scientific and popular presentations as well as networking and co-ordination of projects at national level,
• A Valid Code B/EB driver’s license.
Enquiries: Dr R Price, Tel: (012) 808 8000
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 05 MARCH 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 ppricv@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.