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-Grain Crops (ARC-GC) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic persons to work in the new project funded by the National Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development at Potchefstroom.
RESEARCHER (PLANT BREEDING) X5
(THREE (3) YEARS FIXED TERM CONTRACT)
Requirements: • PhD in Plant Breeding / Molecular Breeding / Genetics with Plant Breeding as a Major.
• Alternatively, MSc in Plant Breeding / Molecular Breeding / Genetics with Plant Breeding as a major with a minimum three (3) years post-qualification experience and three (3) relevant peer reviewed publications, or alternatively one (1) released cultivar in lieu of each publication.
• Valid driver’s license.
Key Performance Areas:
• Initiates, coordinates, and manages projects.
• Coordinates project plan with the Research Team Manager.
• Manages people within projects and ensures optimal utilisation.
• Compiles and manages project budgets.
• Plans and co-ordinates technical projects.
• Manages project facilities, materials, and equipment.
• Ensures optimal utilization of resources.
• Strategic planning of future resources.
• Independently conducts specialist research/technical support, diagnostics, and other services across projects.
• Manages and ensures compliance to quality standards.
• Renders expert diagnostic, technical and other services and consults at a national /international level.
• Exploits intellectual property developments and assist in its development.
• Identifies and pursues new business opportunities.
• Meet peer norm requirements for specific field of expertise, by recognising authorship or contributions
To apply for Researcher (plant breeding) x5 click on the link: https://forms.office.com/r/U5Um8ZDwXF
RESEARCH TECHNICIAN (PLANT BREEDING) X2
THREE (3) YEARS FIXED TERM CONTRACT
Requirements:
• National Diploma (3 years) in Plant Genetics, Molecular Biology, Plant Breeding, Plant Science, Biotechnology or Plant Production.
• Or a relevant 2 year qualification in Plant Genetics, Molecular Biology, Plant Breeding, Plant Science, Biotechnology or Plant Production, at a recognised institution with 3 years applicable experience.
• Registration with relevant scientific registration body will be an added advantage.
• Valid driver’s license EB or EC1 will be an added advantage.
• Experience in data collection and trial management will be an added advantage.
Key Performance Areas:
• Together with Project Manager, co-ordinates and contributes towards projects, by compiling and executing technical project activity plans for field trials.
• Identifies the need for human resources in projects with the Project Manager and manages the allocation of resources.
• Assists with compiling and managing projects and purchases.
• Plans and co-ordinates own and technical project work activities. Manages project facilities, material and equipment. Ensure optimal utilisation of resources.
• Independently conducts technical support, diagnostics, and other services within a project.
• Collects, capture, process, interprets technical data, and makes internal projects recommendations.
• Compiles detailed technical reports and submits for approval.
• Manages and ensures compliance to qualify standards.
• Optimises equipment and/or processes and/or systems.
• Renders diagnostic, technical and other services at a national level.
• Ensures compliance with SHE/OHS policies and procedures.
To apply for Research technician (plant breeding) x2click on the link: https://forms.office.com/r/yU1C3udnAn
RESEARCH ASSISTANT (PLANT BREEDING) X5
THREE (3) YEARS FIXED TERM CONTRACT
Requirements:
• Grade 12 with 3 years relevant experience or Grade 10 with 8 years relevant experience or 20 years relevant experience.
• Valid EB driver’s license will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite will be an added advantage.
• Experience in field/greenhouse related work and data capturing under supervision will be an added advantage.
Key Performance Areas:
• Performs routine activities under supervision.
• Assists in coordination of work activities and supervises allocated HCM resources if applicable.
• Adheres to financial administrative control.
• Adheres to work plans.
• Utilises equipment and material.
• Provides research support, diagnostics and other activities.
• Collects data under supervision.
• Provides verbal feedback on work activities to supervisors.
• Adheres to quality standards.
• Assists with basic activities related to research services.
• Is aware of Intellectual Property opportunities.
• Identifies and participates in own learning opportunities.
• Complies with SHE/OHS regulations and procedures.
To apply for Research assistant (plant breeding) x5 click on the link: https://forms.office.com/r/KgXNDE002n
RESEARCH SUPPORT ASSISTANT (PLANT BREEDING) X2
THREE (3) YEARS FIXED TERM CONTRACT
Requirements:
• Grade 10 or two years relevant experience.
• Valid EB driver’s license will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite will be an added advantage.
• Experience in field/greenhouse related work and data capturing under supervision will be an added advantage.
Key Performance Areas:
• Assists in plant breeding projects and performs routine activities under supervision such as seed preparation, weeding, harvesting and seed cleaning and processing.
• Provides research support on administrative duties under supervision.
• Provides verbal feedback on work activities to supervisors.
• Adheres to quality standards and compliance with OHS/SHE.
• Provides technical support to other breeding sections as and when required.
To apply for Research support assistant (plant breeding) x2 Click on the link: https://forms.office.com/r/CnbdR0NAwB
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 as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees must be attached on the form.
To apply for Researcher (plant breeding) x5 click on the link: https://forms.office.com/r/U5Um8ZDwXF
To apply for Research technician (plant breeding) x2click on the link: https://forms.office.com/r/yU1C3udnAn
To apply for Research assistant (plant breeding) x5 click on the link: https://forms.office.com/r/KgXNDE002n
To apply for Research support assistant (plant breeding) x2 Click on the link: https://forms.office.com/r/CnbdR0NAwB
NB: Non-RSA citizens must attach a valid permanent residence permit, names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees and traceable email address.
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.
Enquiries: Dr Kingstone Mashingaidze, Tel: (018) 299 6356
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 11 APRIL 2024
Do you accept researchers from other disciplines?