Jobs at Arc South Africa

Description

• Conduct independent sensory research, including consumer and trained sensory panels which will include, but not be limited to, descriptive and discriminating analysis, time intensity, texture analysis. preference and acceptance testing and methodology.
• Correctly apply scientific techniques and timeously complete scientific and technical tasks according to a set of quality standards.
• Efficiently plan and schedule analytical sensory and consumer services in accordance with scientific guidelines.
• Properly collect, process and capture data.
• Responsible for accurate, timeous and reliable reporting of analytical results.
• Responsible for administrative duties of the division’s (unit’s) information management system (quotations, orders, request for payments, etc.).
• Control laboratory stock cost-efficiently according to regulations.
• Assist with procurement of chemicals, etc.
• Maintain and ensure that equipment is in working order and in compliance with applicable quality standards.
• Timeously report malfunctioning of equipment.
• Assist in maintaining a clean working environment in general.
• Control stock.
• Maintain an occupational health and safety laboratory according to laboratory practice.
• Contribute to training of new taste panel members.
• Comply with financial policies and procedure.
• Ability to work overtime.

Requirements

• National Diploma in Consumer/Food Science or equivalent.
• 3 years’ applicable experience with knowledge of consumer research techniques.
• Specialised knowledge on sensory, consumer research and research principals.
• Registration with relevant scientific registration body, if applicable.
• Good conceptual, analytical and writing skills.
• Excellent interpretation skills.
• The ability to work under pressure.
• The ability to deliver accurate and high-quality research and data analysis.
• Attention to detail.
• Computer literacy in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• The ability to organise, prioritise and work systematically.
• Good communication skills.
• The ability to respect and maintain confidentiality.
• Skilled to work as a part of the team as well as independently.
• A valid SA driver’s licence and/or own transport will be an added advantage.

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Description

• Conduct research in the field for long and extensive hours.
• Plan and co-ordinate research with single or multi-disciplinary team.
• Data capturing, analysis, interpretations and recommendations.
• Analytical problem solving.
• Disseminate technology through peer-reviewed scientific articles. 
• Regularly provide feedback (verbal/written) on work activities to supervisor.
• Comply with health and safety, and risk procedures.

Requirements

• MSc degree (NQF level 9) in Biotechnology.
• Candidate will register for PhD in 2026 academic year.
• Candidate who is currently busy with Masters degree must complete the programme before the end of 2025.  
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good presentation skills.
• Good knowledge of Agriculture, Biotechnology and/or Biochemistry will be an added advantage.
• Experience in conducting research on medicinal plants, especially Pelargonium sidoides will be an added advantage.
• Ability to do physical work.
• Great learning capability.
• A valid driver’s license. 

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Description

• Conduct research in the field for long and extensive hours.
• Plan and co-ordinate research with single or multi-disciplinary team.
• Data capturing, analysis, interpretations and recommendations.
• Analytical problem solving.
• Disseminates technology through peer-reviewed scientific articles.
• Regularly provide feedback (verbal/written) on work activities to supervisor.
• Comply with health and safety, and risk procedures.

Requirements

• BSc honours or Post Graduate Diploma (NQF level 8) in Agriculture with specialization in Crop Science, Soil Science or Agronomy.
• Candidate will register for MSc in 2026 academic year.
• Candidate who is currently busy with Honours / Post Graduate Diploma qualification must complete the programme before the end of 2025.
• Good verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• A minimum average of more than 60% achievement in BSc honours or Post Graduate Diploma qualification.
• Ability to do physical work.
• Great learning capability.
• A valid driver’s license will be an advantage.

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Description

• Preparation of growth media for fungi,
• Isolation, purification and preservation of fungal cultures, 
• Assist with processing of cultures for molecular characterization,
• Assist with planting and evaluation of  glasshouse and field trials,
• General laboratory and administrative assistance,
• Assistance with organizing scientific events.

Requirements

• Grade 12 with Biology or Agricultural Science as subject.
• At least one year experience in a Plant pathology or Plant Microbiology laboratory.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Good Communication Skills (Written and Verbal).
• Ability to organize, prioritize and work systematically

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 12 JUNE 2025