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AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (ARC) - RESEARCHER – PIG NUTRITION, IRENE, PRETORIA
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-Animal Production (ARC-AP) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position at Irene, Pretoria:
RESEARCHER – PIG NUTRITION
Key Performance Areas:
Source collaboration with stakeholders in the industry and maintain networking opportunities,
To ensure successful transfer of scientific technology i.e. compilation of reports, oral and poster presentations under supervision,
Participates in writing publications in line with the competency profile i.e. author/co-author for scientific paper every year,
To participate in the project in a learning capacity and supervise as delegated,
To utilise and maintain facilities apparatus and equipment,
To comply with the occupational health and safely policies and procedures,
Compile monthly, quarterly and annual reports,
Initiate, manage and contribute towards national projects,
Participate in information dissemination activities aimed at informing the industry.
Key Performance Areas:
Source collaboration with stakeholders in the industry and maintain networking opportunities,
To ensure successful transfer of scientific technology i.e. compilation of reports, oral and poster presentations under supervision,
Participates in writing publications in line with the competency profile i.e. author/co-author for scientific paper every year,
To participate in the project in a learning capacity and supervise as delegated,
To utilise and maintain facilities apparatus and equipment,
To comply with the occupational health and safely policies and procedures,
Compile monthly, quarterly and annual reports,
Initiate, manage and contribute towards national projects,
Participate in information dissemination activities aimed at informing the industry.
Requirement:
PhD Degree in Animal Science, specializing in Pig Nutrition or MSc. Animal Science with 5 years’ experience and extensive publications,
Experience in technical nutrition role including involvement within the Pig Production industry,
Have a sound scientific record of accomplishment, solid formulation and feed additives knowledge as well as practical hands-on on the ground farm management experience,
Leadership skills, team player and commercial acumen,
Good communication skills verbal and written,
Registration with SACNASP as a Professional Animal Scientist.
Experience in technology transfer through popular and peer-reviewed articles, presentations and demonstrations.
A valid SA driver’s licence.
Enquires: Dr. B.D Nkosi, Tel: (012) 012 672 9300
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 23 AUGUST 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 APICV@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.