Research Technician Plant Pathology at Agricultural Research Council

Job Description

• Deliver technical assistance for research projects in the field of Plant Pathology,
• Assist in coordinating of work activities and supervise allocated resources if applicable,
• Plan own work activities, coordinate work activities and supervise allocated resources, if applicable,
• Ensure cost-effective maintenance and utilisation of infrastructure through optimal application, maintenance, and effective stock control for execution of research projects,
• Conducts research support, diagnostics, and other services,
• Collects, captures and process data with basic analysis,
• Regularly reports back through verbal/written reports to the supervisor and other project leaders on work activities and results,
• Adhere to quality standards,
• Assists in the preparation for presentations,
• Provide input in the optimisation of new technologies,
• Assist with the delivery of well-customised technology transfer/ training programs and effective transfer of technology and promotion in the form of products, services, literature, information days, training courses and other events according to client needs,
• Meet peer norm requirements for specific field of expertise by recognized authorship or contribution,
• Adheres to financial administrative controls,
• Comply with all OHS regulations,
• Identify and participate in own learning opportunities.

Job Requirements

• National Diploma or relevant NQF5 qualification from a recognized Institution with three years practical experience in Plant Pathology or related field,
• Lab experience in the following fields: Plant Pathology, Microbiology
• Knowledge and experience in fruit tree and grapevine diseases as well as experience in Molecular Biology will be an added advantage,
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite,
• Valid SA driver’s license.

  THE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 20 FEBRUARY 2026