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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Initiates and manages research projects relating to plant-related bacteria, by ensuring successful completion of research projects in compliance with set standards, client needs/specifications, within budget and on time.
Experimental design, timeous execution, data capturing, data analysis and reporting of project deliverables according to scientific standards and in line with overall Corporate Strategy of the ARC.
Actively sources and secures new research opportunities, assists with identifying new business opportunities and capable of securing external funding.
Manage allocated resources (facilities, manpower, material, and equipment) to ensure efficient deployment and utilisation of resources.
Disseminates technology through peer-reviewed scientific articles, popular publications, manual productions, radio and TV talks, and other marketing events.
Contribute to diagnostic and advisory services.
Requirements
PhD in Microbiology, Plant Pathology, or related disciplines (e.g. Biotechnology).
At least three years’ research experience in general bacteriology (isolation, purification, identification, characterisation, preservation) related to plant pathogenic bacteria, post master’s level.
Experience in glasshouse and field work (surveys or screening trials) will be an added advantage.
Experience in molecular biology and bioinformatic analysis will be an added advantage.
Authored or co-authored a minimum of two peer review publications relevant to the position.
Evidence of popular article publications will be an added advantage.
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