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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-Onderstepoort Veterinary Research (ARC–OVR) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position at Onderstepoort, Pretoria:
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY OFFICER
Key Performance Areas:
• Liaise with different authorities, management, and employees to identify operational, organisational and environmental risks in order to eliminate any dangers or risks to the employer, employees and assets.
• Promote Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) within the Campus.
• Ensure regular service maintenance of fire extinguishers and fire hydrants.
• Initiate, write and review standard operating procedures/policies.
• Manage the day-to-day running of on-site Occupational Health Clinic.
• Ensure establishment of OHS Committees and Training.
• Co-ordinate the Campus’s emergency response/preparedness.
• Compile and manage a sectional budget.
• Liaise with OHS Compliance Auditors.
• Assist management with Business Continuity Management (BCM).
• Assist management in ensuring full compliance with OHS Act regulations.
Requirements:
• A 3 year’s National Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Safety Management or Environmental Health.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the field of OHS.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 and Regulations.
• Completed courses with SAMTRAC and/ or NOSA.
• Valid driver’s license.
Enquiries: Mr F Nxumalo, Tel: (012) 529 9128
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 23 OCTOBER 2023
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 certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license) must be e-mailed to OVICV@arc.agric.za
NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees.
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-Onderstepoort Veterinary Research (ARC–OVR) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position at Onderstepoort, Pretoria:
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY OFFICER
Key Performance Areas:
• Liaise with different authorities, management, and employees to identify operational, organisational and environmental risks in order to eliminate any dangers or risks to the employer, employees and assets.
• Promote Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) within the Campus.
• Ensure regular service maintenance of fire extinguishers and fire hydrants.
• Initiate, write and review standard operating procedures/policies.
• Manage the day-to-day running of on-site Occupational Health Clinic.
• Ensure establishment of OHS Committees and Training.
• Co-ordinate the Campus’s emergency response/preparedness.
• Compile and manage a sectional budget.
• Liaise with OHS Compliance Auditors.
• Assist management with Business Continuity Management (BCM).
• Assist management in ensuring full compliance with OHS Act regulations.
Requirements:
• A 3 year’s National Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Safety Management or Environmental Health.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the field of OHS.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 and Regulations.
• Completed courses with SAMTRAC and/ or NOSA.
• Valid driver’s license.
Enquiries: Mr F Nxumalo, Tel: (012) 529 9128
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 23 OCTOBER 2023
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 certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license) must be e-mailed to OVICV@arc.agric.za
NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees.
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-Onderstepoort Veterinary Research (ARC-OVR) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic persons to the following positions at Onderstepoort, Pretoria:
RESEARCHER - VACCINE PRODUCTION: TAD
Key Performance Areas:
• The incumbent will partake in research activities on transboundary animals’ diseases, focusing mainly on foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) and African Swine Fever with specific emphasis on using genetic engineering for the design of effective vaccines.
• The development of new and improved diagnostic assays.
• Epidemiology of transboundary animal diseases.
• Field and laboratory animal experimental work focusing on virus transmission and understanding host immune responses.
• Perform research, manage data, capture, analyse, interpret results, and make recommendations based on findings.
• Compile detailed reports and seek approval for final reports.
• Disseminate research results by presenting oral and poster contributions.
• Publish popular, semi-scientific and peer-reviewed papers.
• Seek networking opportunities.
• Attend scientific gathering and be aware of intellectual property.
• Management of projects: initiate, manage and contribute to national research projects.
• Management of human resources: identifies the need for human resources and manages them.
• To manage project budgets: accountable for compiling and managing project budget.
• Develops business cases for all project expenditure requirements.
• Writes and submits research proposals: sources new National research opportunities.
• Plans and co-ordinates research activities within single or multidisciplinary team.
• Identifies and manages resource needs.
• Identifies risks and mitigation plans within the research focus area.
• Maintain and manage assets from research activities.
• Human capacity development: develops own capacity at an appropriate level. Identifies and participates in own learning opportunities. Supervise or co-supervise students.
• Performing all research work mainly in a biosafety level 3 (BSL3) laboratory and adhering to all rules and regulations thereof.
Requirements:
• PhD in Veterinary Virology and Vaccine, Molecular Biology or Diagnostic Development Research or related fields with a minimum of 3 years’ experience post MSc qualification.
• A tertiary major in Genetics, Microbiology or Biochemistry, will be an advantage.
• A track record of publications, supervising MSc and PhD students and obtaining research funding would be beneficial.
Enquiries: Dr L Heath, Tel: (012) 529 9501
RESEARCHER: DIAGNOSTIC SERVICES
Key Performance Areas:
Diagnostic:
• Manage all human capital, facilities, finance, supply chain management and public relations matters relating to diagnostic services in the Feed and Food Analysis and General Bacteriology Laboratories.
• Perform diagnostic and analytical tests in the Feed and Food Analysis and General Bacteriology laboratories.
Research:
• Identify research projects, apply for research funding, conduct research, and write research reports.
• Publish research findings in national and international journals.
• Present research findings in national and international conferences.
• Transfer technology to farmers and other interest groups.
• Mentor students.
Biological Bank, Rules and Regulations:
• Updating the bio-bank with new bacterial isolates.
• Maintaining the bio-bank database.
• Maintain the bio-bank in good working order.
• Comply with the Animal Ethics Committee; Occupational health and Safety; Institute Biosafety and Biosecurity Committee; and requirements of other institutional rules, regulations, committees and bodies.
Requirements:
• PhD in Veterinary Science/related Discipline.
• At least 2 years' experience as a laboratory manager in the diagnostics and research field+
• Registration with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC).
• A track record of publications, supervising MSc and PhD students and obtaining research funding would be beneficial.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite.
• Good people and analytical skills, report writing and organizations skills.
Enquiries: Dr A Lubisi, Tel: (012) 529 9233
RESEARCH TECHNICIAN
(3 YEARS’ FIXED-TERM CONTRACT)
Key Performance Areas:
• To render a quality analytical/diagnostic service by performing serological tests on veterinary samples in accordance with the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025. These include but not limited to: o Conducts diagnostic tests, conducts tests for research support, and performs other work-related services.
- Performing B.canis, RBT, SAT, MRT and CFT tests.
• Performs Quality Assurance duties and adheres to quality standards.
• Recording results in the appropriate results books and LabWare system.
• Assisting in the improvement and development of new test methods in collaboration with the Head of Laboratory.
• Providing research support by giving project input regarding technical detail and carrying out assigned technical tasks.
Requirements:
• National Diploma / B-Tech or BHSc degree in Veterinary Technology.
• Must be registered with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC).
• Knowledge of foodborne bacterial pathogens.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• A driver’s license will be an added advantage.
Enquiries: Dr I Matle, Tel: (012) 529 9317
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 20 OCTOBER 2023
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 certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license) must be e-mailed to OVICV@arc.agric.za
NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees.
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.