Graduate & Casual Work Opportunities at Agricultural Research Council

Key Performance Areas:

•  Management of molecular studies of all funded projects including planning, DNA extraction from nematodes, PCR according to set protocols and molecular characterisation of nematodes in the DALRRD projects.
•  Procurement linked to projects.
•  Reporting on molecular characterisation and phylogenetic studies.
•  Identification of nematodes to isolate specimens.
•  Preparation of manuscripts and popular articles.
•  Report writing.
•  Provide diagnostic services in identification and enumeration of nematodes.
•  Assistance with technology transfer initiatives such as training courses.
•  Assist with the reporting and compiling of budgets of research projects.
•  Ability to conduct fieldwork.
•  Disseminate research results as scientific publications, congress presentations and popular articles.
•  Contributes to training of students.
•  Compliance with general health and safety regulations (demonstrate visible use of safety equipment).
•  Ability to work under pressure and handling of high workload at times.
•  Be able to handle large volumes of samples, be organised, have time management skills and the ability to work at a steady pace according to seasonal peaks.
•  Demonstrate a strong ability to collaborate easily within the team.
•  Any other ad hoc tasks that may be reasonable to be assigned to the job incumbents.

Requirements:

•  PhD in Nematology, Molecular Biology, or a related field of invertebrates with strong component of phylogenetics.
•  Proven experience in molecular characterisation of nematodes.
•  Proven experience in nematode research.
•  Strong background in phylogenetics of nematodes.
•  Design and carry out high-level, complex research experiments independently.
•  Good track record of publication is desirable.
•  Relevant scientific record.
•  A valid B or EB driver’s license.
•  Experience working in a research team will be an advantage.
•  Good communication skills (Written and Verbal) as illustrated in record of scientific papers and
• presenting at symposia.
•  Ability to organise, prioritise and work systematically.

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Key Performance Areas:

•  Performs routine activities under supervision.
•  Adheres to instructions from supervisor.
•  Utilises tools and materials, under supervision.
•  Assists in research support, under supervision.
•  Provides verbal feedback on work activities to supervisors.
•  Adheres to quality standards.
•  Assists with basic activities related to research services under supervision.
•  Identifies and participates in own learning opportunities.
•  Complies with SHE/OHS regulations and procedures.

Requirements:

•  Good communication skills (verbal and written).
•  Grade 10 or 1 year relevant experience.
•  Valid driver’s license will be added advantage.

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Key Performance Areas:

•  Performs routine activities under supervision.
•  Adheres to instructions from supervisor.
•  Utilises tools and materials, under supervision.
•  Assists in research support, under supervision.
•  Provides verbal feedback on work activities to supervisors.
•  Adheres to quality standards.
•  Assists with basic activities related to research services under supervision.
•  Identifies and participates in own learning opportunities.
•  Complies with SHE/OHS regulations and procedures.

Requirements:

•  Good communication skills (verbal and written).
•  Grade 10 or 1 year relevant experience.
•  Valid driver’s license will be added advantage.

go to method of application »

Key Performance Areas:

•  Performs routine activities under supervision.
•  Adheres to instructions from supervisor.
•  Utilises tools and materials, under supervision.
•  Assists in research support, under supervision.
•  Provides verbal feedback on work activities to supervisors.
•  Adheres to quality standards.
•  Assists with basic activities related to research services under supervision.
•  Identifies and participates in own learning opportunities.
•  Complies with SHE/OHS regulations and procedures.

Requirements:

•  Good communication skills (verbal and written).
•  Grade 10 or 1 year relevant experience.
•  Valid driver’s license will be added advantage.

go to method of application »

Key Performance Areas:

•  Performs routine activities under supervision.
•  Adheres to instructions from supervisor.
•  Utilises tools and materials, under supervision.
•  Assists in research support, under supervision.
•  Provides verbal feedback on work activities to supervisors.
•  Adheres to quality standards.
•  Assists with basic activities related to research services under supervision.
•  Identifies and participates in own learning opportunities.
•  Complies with SHE/OHS regulations and procedures.

Requirements:

•  Good communication skills (verbal and written).
•  Grade 10 or 1 year relevant experience.
•  Valid driver’s license will be added advantage.

go to method of application »

Key Performance Areas:

•  Performs routine activities under supervision.
•  Adheres to instructions from supervisor.
•  Utilises tools and materials, under supervision.
•  Assists in research support, under supervision.
•  Provides verbal feedback on work activities to supervisors.
•  Adheres to quality standards.
•  Assists with basic activities related to research services under supervision.
•  Identifies and participates in own learning opportunities.
•  Complies with SHE/OHS regulations and procedures.

Requirements:

•  Good communication skills (verbal and written).
•  Grade 10 or 1 year relevant experience.
•  Valid driver’s license will be added advantage.

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Key Performance Areas:

•  Undertake MSc studies on probiotic microbes applicable to animal health improvement.
•  Participate in planning, implementation and coordinating of and probiotics trials in small ruminant farm animal’s species.
•  Contribute to research by rendering desired support to research staff.
•  Engage with relevant stake holders within affiliated research projects,
•  Conduct research on biocontrol’s and probiotic trials and assist with data capturing.
•  Draw up monthly reports regarding research progress and data statistics.
•  Disseminate project results through, scientific or popular publications, conferences (oral and poster presentations) and peer reviewed publications.

Requirements:

•  Honours in Microbiology / Biotechnology/ Animal Science or closely related field.
•  Demonstrated capacity to conduct research at Honours level.
•  Ability to work and organize tasks according to schedule and timely delivery.
•  Ability to work under pressure.
•  Sound interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
•  Draw up monthly reports regarding research progress and data statistics.
•  Disseminate project results through, scientific or popular publications, conferences (oral and poster presentations) and peer reviewed publications.
•  Ability to work and organize tasks according to schedule and timely delivery.
•  Ability to work under pressure.
•  Sound interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)