Post-Doctoral Research Fellow: Meat Science And Technology, Irene Two Years (2) Fixed Contract (Irene (Ap)) at Agricultural Research Council

Description

• 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 with regard to research progress and data statistics,
• Attends scientific gatherings, workshops, seminars, e.t.c.
• Dissemination of the research results in scientific platforms, locally and internationally,
• Dissemination of results to the general public platforms
• Participate in national and international networking-related activities
• Assist in managing undergraduate and postgraduate research projects, within the research group.
• Provides input in the optimisation of new technologies,
• Pro-actively provide technical input within the context of the research projects
• Comply to all occupational health and safety regulations,
• Meet peer norm requirements for specific field of expertise, by recognising authorship or Contributions
• Assists in training junior staff and identifies and participates in own learning opportunities

Requirements

• A PhD in Food Science/Technology
• A proven research background in agriculture and Food Science related disciplines,
• Ability to work with students,
• Good communication skills (written and verbal),
• Registration with relevant scientific registration body, will be an added advantage.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office suite
• A valid South African Code B (08) driver’s license

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 21 July 2025