Description
Project Management & Coordination
The Specialist Researcher is responsible for the coordination and supports the management of Research Projects across the Campus; these include aspects of:
- Planning and initiation.
- Equipment and research materials.
- Human Resources.
- Finances.
- Risk Management and Mitigation.
- Monitoring, Evaluation, reporting and project close out.
Research, Development, and Innovation
The Specialist Researcher is responsible for the coordination and supports the management of research, development, and innovation, these include:
- Invention.
- Translation.
- Commercialization.
- Adoption and Use.
Research Collaboration
The Specialist Researcher is responsible for the coordination and supports the management of strategic research collaboration and collaboration opportunities; these include the supporting and coordination of:
- Strategic Research partnerships / networks.
- Intra-Inter Institutional Collaboration.
- National Collaboration
Human Capacity Development
The Researcher is responsible for supporting Human Capacity Development that includes:
- Developing a lean and agile research team that is responsive to the needs of the agricultural sector.
- Self-development.
Safety, health, and environment
Complies with safety requirements.
Scientific Status
- Proven track record of research management in the specific field of expertise with extensive publication record (Publications in peer reviewed / refereed journals (Books, Chapters in books, Journal articles, chapters in books, electronic products).
- Scientific standing - Peer recognition (e.g. scientific awards, prizes, editorial bodies, honorary professorship etc.).
- Capacity building.
- Impact of research.
Requirements
- PhD in Agronomy, Horticulture, Plant Production, or closely related field.
- At least eight (8) years relevant post PhD experience.
- A minimum of 25 peer-reviewed scientific publications.
- Experience in project management, postgraduate student supervision or mentoring.
- Experience in external income for programme and projects in programme.
- Proven track record of building national and international partnerships and networks.
- Agricultural research knowledge and skills.
- Good communication skills (verbal and written).
- Valid driver’s license.
- Registration with a scientific and professional body will be an added advantage.
- Experience in the management of research teams in any of the disciplinary areas will be an added advantage.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION: 14 April 2026
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