Fresh Openings at Agricultural Research Council

Description

• Performs routine activities related to plant breeding under supervision.
• Performs sample collection and processing under supervision.
• Assists with seed harvesting, cleaning, sorting and storage.
• Assists in coordinating of work activities and supervises allocated resources, if applicable.
• Adheres to work plans and timeously provide verbal and written feedback on work activities and challenges encountered to supervisor.
• Provides general research support.
• Visible compliance with Human Resource policies and procedures and Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Grade 12 (NQF 4) plus 3 years relevant experience in Crop Protection or Agronomy.
• Or Grade 10 (NFQ 2) plus 8 years relevant experience in Crop Protection or Agronomy.
• Relevant experience in cultivation and maintenance of vegetable crops, including land preparations, planting, weeding, harvesting, fertilizer applications and irrigation set-up.
• Relevant experience in greenhouse sanitation practices, growth media preparations and seedling/plantlet production.
• Effective utilization of tools, implements and research materials.
• Competence in herbicide and pesticide applications will be an added advantage.
• Valid drivers’ license.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION: 07 AUGUST 2025

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Description

PLANT SCIENCES

• Agronomy
• Plant pathology/Virology
• Microbiology
• Plant Breeding
• Soil & Water
• Horticulture
• Analytical Chemistry
• Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Entomology
• Earth Observation
• Mycology Crop Protection
• Agro-Processing & Product Development
• Natural Products Chemistry
• Remote Sensing
• Bacteriology
• Marker Assisted Breeding
• Data Science
• Environmental Restoration
• Mine Rehabilitation Crop Protection
• Nematology
• Weed Science

BIOTECHNOLOGY

• Bioinformatics
• Genome Engineering Novel Crop Development in Plants
• Molecular Breeding in Plants
• Molecular Pathology in Plants and Animals
• Biofuels and Renewable Energy
• Plant Tissue Culture and Food Science
• Classical Virology
• Aquaculture
• Zoology
• Life Sciences
• Ethnoveterinary Medicine
• Biochemistry
• Veterinary Technology
• Taxonomy
• Genetics
• Veterinary Virology
• Toxicology

AGRICULTURAL ECONOMIC AND CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT

• Agribusiness Management
• Agricultura Economics
• Intellectual Property and Commercialization
• Environment & Natural Resources Management
• Agricultural Extension
• Information Systems
• Economics
• Socio-Economics

AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING

• Agricultural Mechanization
• Irrigation Engineering
• Farm Structure and farm Infrastructure
• Post-Harvest and Agro-Processing
• Agrometeorology
• Bio-resource Engineering
• Agricultural Engineering
• Precision Agricultural

Requirements

Minimum Bursary Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree/Honours Degree or NQF Level 8 in Agricultural Sciences or related field
• Registered or accepted to study for master's qualification in Agricultural Science or a related field in a South African University.
• Willing to register for Master’s studies in Agricultural Sciences or a related field within two months of appointment.

Terms

• After signing a contract; students will be expected to settle their own tuition fees, Registration fees, accommodation, transport, food, and/or any other expenses.
• Students will be allocated a mentor from the ARC to assist them with real-life research projects for their studies.
• Students will be expected to attend workplace training during academic holidays and times discusses with the mentor.
• Payment of the bursary award will be dependent on the submission of a valid proof of registration.
• Students must be willing to work and study at the same time

VALUE OF BURSARY PER ANNUM

• Value: R140,000 per annum (non-taxable), payable in 12 monthly instalments.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 05 AUGUST 2025

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Description

PLANT SCIENCES

• Agronomy
• Plant pathology/Virology
• Microbiology
• Plant Breeding
• Soil & Water
• Horticulture
• Analytical Chemistry
• Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Entomology
• Earth Observation
• Mycology Crop Protection
• Agro-Processing & Product Development
• Natural Products Chemistry
• Remote Sensing
• Bacteriology
• Marker Assisted Breeding
• Data Science
• Environmental Restoration
• Mine Rehabilitation Crop Protection
• Nematology
• Weed Science

BIOTECHNOLOGY

• Bioinformatics
• Genome Engineering Novel Crop Development in Plants
• Molecular Breeding in Plants
• Molecular Pathology in Plants and Animals
• Biofuels and Renewable Energy
• Plant Tissue Culture and Food Science
• Classical Virology
• Aquaculture
• Zoology
• Life Sciences
• Ethnoveterinary Medicine
• Biochemistry
• Veterinary Technology
• Taxonomy
• Genetics
• Veterinary Virology
• Toxicology

AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING

• Agricultural Mechanization
• Irrigation Engineering
• Farm Structure and farm Infrastructure
• Post-Harvest and Agro-Processing
• Agrometeorology
• Bio-resource Engineering
• Agricultural Engineering
• Precision Agricultural

Requirements

Minimum Bursary Requirements

• A Ph.D. degree (obtained within the last 5 years) in Agricultural Sciences or a closely related field.
• Authored or co-authored a minimum of two peer-review scientific publications in a related field.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a research team.

Terms

• Value: R350,000 per annum (taxable stipend).
• Conduct research projects under the supervision of ARC scientists.
• Contribute to scientific publications, presentations, and technology transfer activities.
• Participate in capacity development initiatives, including mentoring postgraduate students.
• Engage in collaborative projects aligned with ARC-VIMP research priorities.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 11 AUGUST 2025

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Description

PLANT SCIENCES

• Agronomy
• Plant pathology/Virology
• Microbiology
• Plant Breeding
• Soil & Water
• Horticulture
• Analytical Chemistry
• Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Entomology
• Earth Observation
• Mycology Crop Protection
• Agro-Processing & Product Development
• Natural Products Chemistry
• Remote Sensing
• Bacteriology
• Marker Assisted Breeding
• Data Science
• Environmental Restoration
• Mine Rehabilitation Crop Protection
• Nematology
• Weed Science

BIOTECHNOLOGY

• Bioinformatics
• Genome Engineering Novel Crop Development in Plants
• Molecular Breeding in Plants
• Molecular Pathology in Plants and Animals
• Biofuels and Renewable Energy
• Plant Tissue Culture and Food Science
• Classical Virology
• Aquaculture
• Zoology
• Life Sciences
• Ethnoveterinary Medicine
• Biochemistry
• Veterinary Technology
• Taxonomy
• Genetics
• Veterinary Virology
• Toxicology

AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING

• Agricultural Mechanization
• Irrigation Engineering
• Farm Structure and farm Infrastructure
• Post-Harvest and Agro-Processing
• Agrometeorology
• Bio-resource Engineering
• Agricultural Engineering
• Precision Agricultural

Requirements

Minimum Bursary Requirements

• Master's Degree in Agricultural Sciences or related field
• Registered or accepted to study for Doctoral (Ph.D.) qualification in Agricultural Science or a related field in a South African University.
• Willing to register for PHD studies in Agricultural Sciences or a related field within two months of appointment.

Terms

• After signing a contract; students will be expected to settle their own tuition fees, Registration fees, accommodation, transport, food, and/or any other expenses.
• Students will be allocated a mentor from the ARC to assist them with real-life research projects for their studies.
• Students will be expected to attend workplace training during academic holidays and times discusses with the mentor.
• Payment of the bursary award will be dependent on the submission of a valid proof of registration.
• Students must be willing to work and study at the same time

VALUE OF BURSARY PER ANNUM

• Value: R160,000 per annum (non-taxable), payable in 12 monthly instalments.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 05 AUGUST 2025

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Description

• To render a quality analytical/diagnostic service by performing bacteriological tests on veterinary samples in accordance with the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025.

These include but not limited to:

• Performing routine culture, isolation, and identification of bacterial pathogens from animal feed, environmental, or animal samples
• Performing bio-typing and serotyping of zoonotic bacteria
• Receiving and recording of samples details in record books and correctly storing samples
• Planning and execution of diagnostic work
• Recording results in the appropriate results books and LabWare system
• Maintenance of reagents and consumable stock
• Maintenance of the Quality Management system (ISO 17025)
• Assisting in the improvement and development of new test methods in collaboration with the Researcher/Senior Researcher.
• Providing research support by giving project input regarding technical detail and carrying out assigned technical tasks.

Requirements

• National Diploma in Veterinary Technology.
• B-Tech: in Veterinary Technology will be added advantage.
• At least three years’ experience in Bacteriology lab.
• Professional membership: SAVC registration is compulsory.
• Knowledge of veterinary bacterial pathogens and diseases.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• A driver’s licence will be an added advantage.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 08 AUGUST 2025