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AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (ARC) - RESEARCHER – VDD
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:
RESEARCHER – VDD
Key Performance Areas:
Conducts research: Manages data capture, analysis, interpretation and submit recommendations to research team,
Compiles detailed progress reports and seeks approval for final reports,
Disseminates research results by presenting oral and poster contributions,
Publishes popular, semi-scientific and peer reviewed papers (in journals with high impact factor), Seeks networking opportunities, attend scientific gatherings and be aware of intellectual property,
Manage projects: initiate, manage and contribute to new national research projects,
Manage human resources: identifies the need for human resources and manages them, Identifies and participates in own learning opportunities to improve qualifications as well as improved performance within the team, Co-supervise students,
Manage project budget: be accountable for compiling and managing project budget Develop business cases for all project expenditure requirements,
Writes and submits research proposals, source new National research opportunities,
Plans and co-ordinates research activities within single or multidisciplinary team,
Identify and manage resource needs, Identify risks and mitigation plans within the research focus area,
Adheres to company policy and safety guidelines,
Support senior research team in special research projects,
Mentor Researchers in their assigned job responsibilities when required.
Key Performance Areas:
Conducts research: Manages data capture, analysis, interpretation and submit recommendations to research team,
Compiles detailed progress reports and seeks approval for final reports,
Disseminates research results by presenting oral and poster contributions,
Publishes popular, semi-scientific and peer reviewed papers (in journals with high impact factor), Seeks networking opportunities, attend scientific gatherings and be aware of intellectual property,
Manage projects: initiate, manage and contribute to new national research projects,
Manage human resources: identifies the need for human resources and manages them, Identifies and participates in own learning opportunities to improve qualifications as well as improved performance within the team, Co-supervise students,
Manage project budget: be accountable for compiling and managing project budget Develop business cases for all project expenditure requirements,
Writes and submits research proposals, source new National research opportunities,
Plans and co-ordinates research activities within single or multidisciplinary team,
Identify and manage resource needs, Identify risks and mitigation plans within the research focus area,
Adheres to company policy and safety guidelines,
Support senior research team in special research projects,
Mentor Researchers in their assigned job responsibilities when required.
Requirements:
PhD in the Life Sciences ,Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or related,
5 years or more experience post PhD in a relevant research environment, academic or private and includes vaccine or diagnostic development,
Proven international track record (obtained research funding, relationships with national and international researchers),
Student supervision MSc and PhD students.
Requirements:
PhD in the Life Sciences ,Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or related,
5 years or more experience post PhD in a relevant research environment, academic or private and includes vaccine or diagnostic development,
Proven international track record (obtained research funding, relationships with national and international researchers),
Student supervision MSc and PhD students.
Enquiries: Dr A.S Mather, Tel: (012) 529-9236
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 09 NOVEMBER 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 OVICV@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.