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"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.
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Providing strategic research direction for the Soil Science programme in harmony with the ARC’s Strategic Plan,
Pro-active personnel management in terms of application and effective utilization to maintain and strengthen the core of expertise within the Soil Science discipline,
Recruitment of funding and project management and in an agricultural and natural resource environment, both nationally and internationally,
Acquisition and maintenance of research equipment, computers, peripherals and specialized software,
Postgraduate student supervision, mentorship and research team leadership,
Monitoring and evaluation of research and technology development projects, and maintenance of scientific quality standards,
Scientific networking, both nationally and internationally,
Technology Transfer,
Plans and co-ordinates technical projects,
Ensures optimal utilisation of resources,
Undertake the development of new research projects which include proper planning, design implementation,
Requirements
PhD in Soil Science/Agronomy or any related qualification.
The candidate must further have a proven research background across various fields in Soil Science.
Minimum of two (2) peer-reviewed publications.
Proven record of writing proposals and participating as a speaker nationally as part of Master's and PhD studies.
Must be able to show competence in presenting research results.
Ability to work with communities and conduct fieldwork.
Willingness to travel away from home for intermediate periods.
A valid driver's license (Code 8/EB) is required.
Experience in student supervision and mentoring.
Registration with SACNASP (or evidence that registration could be obtained),
Ability to work with communities and conduct fieldwork,
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