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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-Plant Health and Protection seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position at Roodeplaat.
 
SENIOR RESEARCHER (Bioinformatics)
 
 
Key Performance Areas:
• Plan, undertake and participate in research projects in bioinformatics,
• Knowledge of data analyses and software - Metabarcoding and metagenomics,
• Experience in biosystematics of agricultural pestiferous insects such as Hemiptera (aphids, scale insects and mealybugs, some whiteflies, jumping lice, thrips) or Lepidoptera,
• Conduct field work,
• Compile and manage research budgets,
• Actively source new research opportunities and write proposals for funding,
• Disseminate research results as scientific peer reviewed publications, congress presentations, popular articles and client reports,
• Mentorship of post graduate students,
• Service delivery and collaboration with various stakeholders and clients.
 
 
Requirements:
• PhD in Bioinformatics or related field with 5 years’ relevant work experience,
• SACNASP registration and/or NRF rating will be an advantage,
• Proven track record of relevant scientific publications,
• Soundtrack record in obtaining research funding,
• Valid driver’s license for South Africa.
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Enquiries: Dr Isabella H Rong Tel: (012) 808 8138
 
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 08 APRIL 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.