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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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Researcher: Water Quality (Chemistry & Amp; Data Analysis) (Pretoria)
Conduct advanced research in water chemistry with a focus on agricultural and environmental applications.
Develop and validate analytical methods for water quality assessment.
Lead and contribute to national and international research projects.
Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at scientific conferences.
Supervise postgraduate students and mentor junior researchers.
Collaborate with stakeholders, including government departments, industry partners, and academic institutions.
Apply water quality expertise to irrigation systems, including the assessment of water suitability for agricultural use and the impact of irrigation practices on soil and crop health
Requirements
PhD in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Water Science, Water Resource Management or related field with a strong focus on water chemistry, biogeochemistry, freshwater and aquatic science.
Proven experience in research, scientific inquiry and investigation, analysis and data management, modelling.
Scientific publication and knowledge dissemination record.
Experience in analytical instrumentation (e.g., ICP-MS, GC-MS, HPLC).
Knowledge of water quality standards, regulations, and monitoring frameworks.
Record of research collaboration and partnerships.
Proven ability to function successfully in cross-cutting disciplinary teams.
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
Proven track record of mentoring, supervising and training students.
Experience with field work and acquiring samples.
Experience in irrigation-related research or water quality monitoring for agricultural applications.
Valid code B & EB Driver’s licence and driving experience.
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