Jumior Researcher: Soil & Amp; Water Science (Nelspruit) at Agricultural Research Council

Description

• Initiate, conduct, coordinate and manage field experiments under the Soil and Water Science program focusing on irrigation of fruit trees, in compliance with set standards, client needs/specifications, within budget and on time.
• Develop project proposals in line with strategic goals and research themes of the ARC.
• Ensure that the allocated budgets are managed in a cost-effective and proactive manner, including timeous execution of financial administrative activities/tasks in compliance with the prescribed financial procedures and policies of the ARC.
• Ensure that allocated personnel and students are mentored, trained, utilized and evaluated to achieve the targets of the program and ultimately the ARC.
• Contribute to the status of the ARC through high quality research findings in compliance with expected scientific standards. 
• Actively identifies and pursues business opportunities and participates in the dissemination and marketing of information through national conferences and workshops.
• Actively seeks to advance personal knowledge and expertise in monitoring tree water use and physiological response to water status.
• Maintains adequate communications network with national scientists and funding organizations, as well as farmers and producers.

Requirements

• MSc degree in Agriculture majoring in Soil Science.
• 1 to 2 years’ experience will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge & experience in fruit irrigation.
• Knowledge and skills in interpreting soil analysis results.
• Project management, planning and organizing skills.
• Knowledge in human capacity development and financial management.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• A valid driver’s license.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 10 OCTOBER 2025