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AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (ARC) VACANCIES
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 PHP Campus: Roodeplaat
Farm Assistant X2
Salary (R 107 288- R160 932 p.a) all-inclusive remuneration package
Key Performance Areas:
Clearing and watering of flower beds,
Cutting of grass on the campus,
Removing rubbish and routine maintenance tasks,
Checking and reporting the conditions of the vehicles.
Responsible for general maintenance of hygiene,
Compliance with general health and safety regulations,
Ability to work under pressure and handling of high workload,
Assist with functions/events,
Must be willing to work overtime when necessary.
Assist Facilities Foreman with maintenance/repairs on-premises and research work, Assist with firefighting,
Undertake general repairs to buildings and other farm structures, including amongst others painting, repairing roofs and gutters, repairing leaking pipes and taps, replacing glass windows, and other such tasks as necessary,
Requirements
Basic literacy and numeracy skills,
Prior experience will be an added advantage,
Great learning capability,
Ability to work in a team,
Shows good understanding of what the job requires (take accountability and responsibility),
Has competence, confidence and trustworthy,
Driver’s license
ARTISAN ASSISTANT
Salary (R 123 816-R 185 727 p.a) all-inclusive remuneration package
Key Performance Areas:
Clearing and watering of flower beds,
Cutting of grass on the campus,
Removing rubbish and routine maintenance tasks,
Checking and reporting the conditions of the vehicles.
Assist Facilities Foreman with maintenance/repairs on-premises and research work, Assist with firefighting,
Responsible for general maintenance of hygiene,
Undertake general repairs to buildings and other farm structures, including amongst others painting, repairing roofs and gutters, repairing leaking pipes and taps, replacing glass windows, and other such tasks as necessary,
Compliance with general health and safety regulations,
Ability to work under pressure and handling of high workload,
Assist with functions/events,
Must be willing to work overtime when necessary.
Requirements
Grade 12
1 to 2 years’ experience in wide range of artisan work
Communication and planning skills
Proficiency in MS Office suite
Ability to work in a team,
Code B Driver’s license
Enquiries: Mr M Nevhutanda, Tel 012 808 8000
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 14 FEBRUARY 2023
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.
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- Vegetable, Industrial and Medicinal Plants (ARC– VIMP) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following positions at Roodeplaat, Pretoria:
SENIOR RESEARCHER - GENOMICS: ROOTS AND TUBERS CROPS
Salary (R563 733 – R845 598 pa) all-inclusive remuneration package
Key Performance Areas:
Initiates and manages research projects on plant tissue culture, method development and optimization of existing protocols,
Conducts specific research with focus on developing supporting technologies (somatic embryogenesis, cryopreservation, meristem culture etc.) for mass propagation and in vitro breeding,
Actively sources and secures new research opportunities and funding related to genomics,
Compiles quarterly, annual, and ad hoc reports (internal and external),
Captures, analyses, and interprets data
Provides leadership, supervision and mentoring of postgraduate students, researchers, research technicians and assistants
Supervises the managers of the in vitro labs
Human resources management to ensure efficient deployment and utilisation, setting objective assessment and training,
Disseminates technology through peer-reviewed scientific articles, popular publications, manual production, radio, and TV talks, etc.
Initiates links and collaborates with national and international organisations,
Trains postgraduate students and technical personnel in the use of specialised analytical instruments and associated software,
Compliance with human resource policies and procedures.
Requirements:
PhD in Plant Biotechnology, and/or related fields,
Minimum 5 years relevant experience in plant tissue culture systems and 8 relevant peer reviewed publications,
Experience in plant tissue culture method development and validation,
Demonstrable experience in designing and execution of biotech method development research,
Evidence of substantial publications in ISI-rated scientific journals,
Evidence of popular article publications will be an added advantage,
Demonstrable experience in project management,
Postgraduate student mentoring or supervision experience,
Registration with a relevant scientific registration body, where applicable,
Management skills including personnel and research project management,
Good communication (verbal & writing) skills,
Agricultural Research knowledge and skills,
Extensive knowledge on plant tissue culture applications,
Advanced computer literacy,
Knowledge of intellectual property opportunities,
Knowledge of work-place health and safety regulations and procedures,
Valid driver’s license.
Enquiries: Prof MW Bairu, Tel: (012) 808 8000
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 14 FEBRUARY 2023
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 VOPICV@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.
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- Vegetable, Industrial and Medicinal Plants (ARC– VIMP) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following positions at Roodeplaat, Pretoria:
SENIOR RESEARCHER - GENOMICS: ROOTS AND TUBERS CROPS
Salary (R563 733 – R845 598 pa) all-inclusive remuneration package
Key Performance Areas:
Initiates and manages research projects on plant tissue culture, method development and optimization of existing protocols,
Conducts specific research with focus on developing supporting technologies (somatic embryogenesis, cryopreservation, meristem culture etc.) for mass propagation and in vitro breeding,
Actively sources and secures new research opportunities and funding related to genomics,
Compiles quarterly, annual, and ad hoc reports (internal and external),
Captures, analyses, and interprets data
Provides leadership, supervision and mentoring of postgraduate students, researchers, research technicians and assistants
Supervises the managers of the in vitro labs
Human resources management to ensure efficient deployment and utilisation, setting objective assessment and training,
Disseminates technology through peer-reviewed scientific articles, popular publications, manual production, radio, and TV talks, etc.
Initiates links and collaborates with national and international organisations,
Trains postgraduate students and technical personnel in the use of specialised analytical instruments and associated software,
Compliance with human resource policies and procedures.
Requirements:
PhD in Plant Biotechnology, and/or related fields,
Minimum 5 years relevant experience in plant tissue culture systems and 8 relevant peer reviewed publications,
Experience in plant tissue culture method development and validation,
Demonstrable experience in designing and execution of biotech method development research,
Evidence of substantial publications in ISI-rated scientific journals,
Evidence of popular article publications will be an added advantage,
Demonstrable experience in project management,
Postgraduate student mentoring or supervision experience,
Registration with a relevant scientific registration body, where applicable,
Management skills including personnel and research project management,
Good communication (verbal & writing) skills,
Agricultural Research knowledge and skills,
Extensive knowledge on plant tissue culture applications,
Advanced computer literacy,
Knowledge of intellectual property opportunities,
Knowledge of work-place health and safety regulations and procedures,
Valid driver’s license.
Enquiries: Prof MW Bairu, Tel: (012) 808 8000
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 14 FEBRUARY 2023
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 VOPICV@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.