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Description

• Manage all field and nursery gene bank blocks at ARC research farms in Nelspruit, Hluhluwe, Addo, Levubu, Ncera and Bienne Donne, with support at remote stations.
• Co-ordinate management of gene bank blocks with own team and support services.
• Manage project budgets for gene bank projects and ensure effective resource allocation (funds and labour) for management of field gene banks.
• Compile monthly progress reports (internal) and quarterly reports (external for funders) in the form of written reports and presentations.
• Responsible for maintaining and updating existing gene bank database for all crops managed at TSC.
• Ability to travel independently to remote stations regularly to oversee management of gene bank blocks.
• Identify research opportunities and implement improved gene bank management technologies.
• Training of support staff in gene bank maintenance.
• Supervision of Research Technicians and Research Support Assistants.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with Researchers, Research Support Assistants and Farm Managers for daily activities.
• Liaise with growers, industry technical officers and national and provincial government.
• Write popular/scientific publications and present research outcomes of relevance to subtropical fruit growers, industries and the scientific community.

Requirements

• MSc. or MTech (NQF7) in the plant production/horticulture/agronomy field with proven ability to manage farm/research blocks in the field.
• Relevant experience of 8 years (post MSc./MTech) in an environment where crop management/production in the field was the focus.
• Knowledge on crop production, horticulture, farm management, irrigation, pest and weed management essential.
• Basic project and financial management skills.
• History of collaboration at national level.
• History of strategic and operational planning skills and expertise.
• Registration with a scientific and professional body will be an added advantage.
• Advanced Computer Literacy.
• Code EB driver’s licence and proven ability to drive.

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Description

• Manages projects on breeding and evaluation of tropical and subtropical crops at Addo.
• Manages daily activities in research blocks in the field with assistance of support staff.
• Manages project budgets to ensure effective resource allocation (funds and labour) within and across projects.
• Compiles monthly progress reports (internal) and quarterly reports (external for funders) in the form of written reports and presentations.
• Identifies research opportunities and implements advanced technologies in breeding.
• Supervision and management of Research Technicians and Research Support Assistants.
• Contributes towards technology transfer and training efforts.
• Liaise with growers, industry technical officers and national and provincial government.
• Write popular/scientific publications and present research outcomes of relevance to subtropical fruit growers, industries and the scientific community.

Requirements

• MSc. or MTech (NQF7) in Plant Breeding/Genetics/Horticulture/Plant Production with proven ability to manage farm/research blocks in the field.
• Relevant experience of 8 years (post MSc./MTech) in an environment with a focus on plant breeding.
• Knowledge of plant breeding, horticultural production and management of field blocks essential.
• Basic project and financial management skills.
• History of collaboration at national level.
• History of strategic and operational planning skills and expertise.
• Registration with a scientific and professional body will be an added advantage.
• Advanced Computer Literacy.
• Code EB driver’s licence and proven ability to drive.

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Description

• Provides research support to the Rumen Microbiome project as a registered MSc student.
• Engage with relevant stakeholders within the project.
• Disseminate project results through scientific or popular publications, conferences, and peer-reviewed publications.
• Participate in sectional meetings, seminars, and workshops.
• Ensure compliance with SHE/OHS policies and procedures

Requirements

• Honours in Microbiology/Genetics or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated capacity to conduct research at postgraduate level.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Must be a South African citizen.
• A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage.

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Description

• Together with Project Manager, contribute towards projects, by compiling and executing technical project activity plans.
• Participate in sample collection and data capturing and adhere to proper data quality control protocols.
• Sample preparation and analyses, such as culturing, DNA extraction, and ELISA assays with good laboratory practice (GLP).
• Assist in compiling and managing project purchases.
• Compile detailed technical reports and submit for review and approval.
• Participate in the successful transfer of scientific technology i.e. compilation of reports, oral and poster presentations and popular articles.
• Utilise and maintain facilities, apparatus and equipment.
• Participate on sectional meetings, seminars and workshops.
• Ensures compliance with SHE/OHS policies and procedures.

Requirements

• BSc Honours in Microbiology/Biotechnology/Genetics or closely related field.
• Or BSc/BTech degree in Microbiology/Biotechnology/Genetics or closely related field, plus 1 year relevant experience.
• Attach Academic Record
• Must be a South African citizen.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage.

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• Manage the bacterial serology diagnostic laboratory and its human and capital resources.
• Compile and manages laboratory budgets and diagnostic prices.
• Identifying and motivating for capex.
• Compile or contribute to management reports; initiate and attend meetings, resolve operational problems, liaise with stakeholders.
• Verify and authorise diagnostic reports.
• Provide guidance on diagnostic approaches.
• Review and authorise all Quality Assurance (QA) documents.
• Review and authorise all proficiency test (PT)/interlaboratory test (ILT) reports.
• Organise PT and ILT, read root cause analysis (RCA) reports and monitor compliance with resolutions taken, attend and convene QA meetings and training sessions, validate tests and compile validation reports.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety requirements.
• Build capacity through training others e.g. junior technicians, veterinarians, junior researchers, farmers, students etc.
• Mentor/be involved in mentoring students to acquire higher degree qualifications.
• Identify research projects, seek collaborations, source funding, execute research work, present research findings at scientific gatherings, publish research findings, support other people’s research.

Requirements

• PhD/ DSC in Veterinary Science/ Microbiology or related field.
• At least 5 years post PhD/DSc or 5 years proven relevant experience on that level or similar position.
• Registration with the South African Veterinary Council is compulsory.
• Proven track record of publications.
• Proven track record of mentoring and supervising/co-supervising other researchers / students.
• Proven record of accomplishment of generating external income.
• Good analytical and report writing skills.
• A valid driver’s license.