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  • Posted: Sep 4, 2025
    Deadline: Sep 17, 2025
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  • ARC Vision "Excellence in Agricultural Research and Development" The ARC's vision reflects its core business and celebrates its unique role, acknowledging its position as the principal agricultural research institution in South Africa. The vision highlights the need to harness ARC capabilities to ensure that it becomes an organization known for i...
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    Junior Research Technician (Irene (Ap))

    Description

    • Prepare samples by freeze-drying and milling before analysis.
    • Conduct analysis of chemical nature.
    • Chemical analysis will include, but not be limited to, Protein, Crude fibre, Neutral Detergent Fibre, Acid Detergent Fibre, Acid Detergent Lignin, dietary fibre, etc.
    • Correctly apply techniques within specified guidelines.
    • Timeously complete technical tasks according to set quality and accreditation standards.
    • Efficiently plan and schedule analytical services according to given instructions.
    • Cost-effective and accurate sample analysis in compliance with target dates and available resources.
    • Accurate, timeous, and reliable reporting of analytical results.
    • Cost-effective stock control according to regulations.
    • Maintain and ensure that equipment is in working order and in compliance with applicable quality standards.
    • Timely reporting of equipment malfunctions.
    • Assist in maintaining a clean laboratory in general.
    • Maintaining an Occupational and Health Safety laboratory according to Good Laboratory Practice.
    • Assist in maintaining the accreditation status, ISO/IEC 17025:2017 of the laboratory.
    • Comply with financial policies/procedures.

    Requirements

    • Grade 12 (or equivalent NQF 4) with 6 years relevant experience in Analytical Chemistry or Food Science and currently studying towards a diploma/degree with 2 years theory & the progress report.
    • A diploma or degree in Analytical Chemistry or Food Science will be an added advantage.
    • Good conceptual, analytical, and writing skills.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to work under pressure.
    • Deliver accurate and high-quality analysis, paying close attention to detail.
    • Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
    • Ability to organize, prioritize, and work systematically.
    • Good communication skills.
    • The ability to respect and maintain confidentiality.
    • Skilled to work as part of the team as well as independently.
    • Experience in ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and working in an accredited laboratory will be an advantage.
    • In possession of a valid SA driver’s license.

    CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 17 SEPTEMBER 2025

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