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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-Animal Production seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic person to the following positions at Irene, Pretoria:
LABORATORY ASSISTANT – QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS (SENSORY)
Key Performance Areas:
Requirements:
Enquires: Dr M Matandabuzo, Tel: 012 672 9203
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:11 JUNE 2024
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 designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license) must be attached on the form.
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 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-Animal Production seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic person to the following positions at Irene, Pretoria:
LABORATORY ASSISTANT – QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS (SENSORY)
Key Performance Areas:
- Maintain lab ware facilities.
- Clean ovens, glassware, and sensory testing equipment
- Maintain storerooms, check inventory and ordering of cleaning supplies.
- Wash sensory Lab linen for tables etc.
- Clean and prepare lab ovens and work area before each project.
- Provide research support under supervision.
- Housekeeping of Sensory lab facilities.
- Stock taking of lab consumables.
Requirements:
- Senior Certificate/Matric.
- One (1) year Laboratory experience and Computer literacy will be an advantage.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Skilled to work as part of the team as well as independently.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- The ability to respect and maintain confidentiality.
- Skilled to work as part of the team as well as independently.
Enquires: Dr M Matandabuzo, Tel: 012 672 9203
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:11 JUNE 2024
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 designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license) must be attached on the form.
- To apply click https://forms.office.com/r/uuYDa8sw9h
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 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-Animal Production (ARC-AP) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic persons to the following positions at Irene, Pretoria:
POST DOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW: MEAT SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(TWELVE (12) MONTHS FIXED TERM CONTRACT)
Key Performance Areas:
Requirements:
Enquiries: Dr E Moholisa, Tel: (012) 672-9324
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 11 JUNE 2024
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 designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license) must be attached on the form.
Click on the link to apply https://forms.office.com/r/hkujh23Cxf
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 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-Animal Production (ARC-AP) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic persons to the following positions at Irene, Pretoria:
POST DOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW: MEAT SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(TWELVE (12) MONTHS FIXED TERM CONTRACT)
Key Performance Areas:
- Conducting research in Meat Science and Technology.
- Assists in coordinating of work activities and supervises allocated resources if applicable.
- Collects, captures, and processes data.
- Publishes semi-scientific and peer-reviewed articles and publishes in journals with a high impact factor.
- Draw up monthly reports regarding research progress and data statistics.
- Attends scientific gatherings, workshops, seminars, etc.
- Dissemination of the research results in scientific platforms, locally and internationally.
- Dissemination of results to the public platforms.
- Participate in national and international networking-related activities.
- Assist in managing undergraduate and postgraduate research projects, within the research group.
Requirements:
- A PhD in Animal Science or Food Science applied to Meat Science and Technology.
- A proven research background in animal sciences or Food Science/microbiology related disciplines.
- Ability to work with students.
- Good communication skills (written and verbal).
- Valid driver’s license an added advantage.
Enquiries: Dr E Moholisa, Tel: (012) 672-9324
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 11 JUNE 2024
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 designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license) must be attached on the form.
Click on the link to apply https://forms.office.com/r/hkujh23Cxf
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 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-Plant Health and Protection (ARC-PHP) seeks to appoint highly skilled, experienced and dynamic persons to the following positions at Vredenburg and Roodeplaat:
RECEPTIONIST - VREDENBURG
Key Performance Areas:
• Attendance to clients and enquiries.
• Update of information directories.
• Maintaining the office space and re-stocking office supply.
• Handling all incoming and outgoing correspondence.
• Perform routine administrative tasks.
• Administration regarding human resources documents.
• Booking of trips, issue vehicles and submit transport information.
• Report IT problems to relevant department.
• Record minutes of meetings.
• Venue bookings.
• Distribution of information to public relations officer.
• Organise and assist in campus events.
Requirements:
• Grade 12 with at least 2 years relevant work experience in an environment with similar functions.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Good Communication skills (verbal and written).
• Multitasking skills and customer service.
• Organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team.
Enquiries: Ms Nhlanhla Mashinini, Tel: (021) 887 5090
MSC STUDENT: CANNABIS - ROODEPLAAT
(TWO (2) YEAR FIXED CONTRACT)
Key Performance Areas:
• Field collection of cannabis samples.
• Conducting RNA extractions from cannabis leaf samples.
• Conducting cDNA synthesis, RT-PCR, qPCR.
• Phylogenetic analysis of virus strains.
• Bioinformatics analyses of next generation sequencing data.
Requirements:
• BSc Honours in Plant Biotechnology/Plant pathology, or related field.
• Knowledge and experience in field sampling, RNA extraction and PCRs.
• Experience in Sanger sequencing and plant virology is desirable.
Enquiries: Dr Tendekai Mahlanza, Email: mahlanzat@arc.agric.za
MSC STUDENT: BANANA - ROODEPLAAT
(TWO (2) YEAR FIXED CONTRACT)
Key Performance Areas:
• Tissue culture of banana suspension cells and apical meristems.
• Cloning of CRISPR Cas9 T-DNA vectors.
• Agrobacterium transformation.
• DNA and RNA extraction, PCR, qPCRs.
• Bioinformatic analyses.
Requirements:
• BSc Honours in Plant Biotechnology/Plant pathology.
• Knowledge and experience with DNA extraction, PCRs, Sanger sequencing and cloning.
• Experience in tissue culture and plant virology is desirable.
Enquiries: Dr Tendekai Mahlanza, Email: mahlanzat@arc.agric.za
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 12 JUNE 2024
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 designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license) must be attached on the form.
❖ To apply for Receptionist – Vredenburg https://forms.office.com/r/N2gr4YzUjc
❖ To apply for MSc Student: Cannabis https://forms.office.com/r/f8FuTgQXZT
❖ To apply for MSc Student: Banana https://forms.office.com/r/vDLMs9W2eK
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 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-Animal Production (ARC-AP) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic person to the following positions at Cedara, KwaZulu-Natal:
SENIOR RESEARCHER - FORAGE BREEDING
Key Performance Areas:
• Initiates, manages and contributes towards national/ international projects.
• Actively sources new national/ international research opportunities including writing research proposals.
• Build and maintain international and national relationships and networking opportunities.
• Plan and coordinate research with single or multi-disciplinary team.
• Conduct independent and advanced research.
• Develop, Maintain and Protect Plant Breeders Rights of the unit.
• Manages people within projects and compiles detailed reports to various stakeholders.
• Compiles detailed internal reports and approves final reports.
• Manages data capture and shows advanced analysis, interpretation, and recommendations.
• Publishes semi-scientific and peer reviewed articles and publishes in journals with a high impact factor.
• Builds and maintains international and national relationships and networking opportunities.
• Supervise or co-supervise PhD and MSc students with an emphasis on critical and scarce skills.
• Complies with all occupational health and safety regulations.
Requirements:
• A PhD degree in Plant Breeding or equivalent with at least 5 years post PhD experience or 5 years proven relevant experience on the level.
• A minimum of 12 peer-reviewed papers at the date of appointment.
• Exposure to Biotechnology applications to marker-assisted selection and modern breeding technologies and Biometrical Genetics.
• Practical experience and technical knowledge of appropriate research projects, financial and human resource management.
• Registration with a scientific and professional body will be an added advantage.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Generates income from commercialisation of ARC IP for financially sustainable research teams.
• Experience in technology transfer through popular and peer-reviewed articles, presentations and demonstrations.
• Demonstrated ability to attract external research funds.
Enquires: Dr TJ Tjelele, Tel: (012) 672 9314
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 12 JUNE 2024
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 designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license) must be attached on the form.
- Click on the link to apply https://forms.office.com/r/HvQ4LapgDu
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 company has the right not to appoint.