RESEARCHER VIROLOGY (LLFV)
The Agricultural Research Council
2024/09/05   Roodeplaat

Job Reference Number: ARC-VIMP0920
Department: 09 - RVOPI
Industry: Research
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related
The ARC- Vegetable, Industrial and Medicinal Plants (ARC-VIMP) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic person to the following position at Roodeplaat, Pretoria.
Job Description
  • Supports the management of research, development and innovation.
  • Plan and undertake research on Plant Pathology, with a focus on viral diseases of vegetables, industrial crops and medicinal plants.
  • Plan and undertake research and development of conventual and rapid detection techniques and characterisation of viral pathogens.
  • Manage research projects and allocated resources.
  • Actively sources new national research opportunities and funding.
  • Contribute to diagnostic and advisory services.
Job Requirements
  • PhD in Microbiology, Plant Virology, Plant Pathology, or related disciplines.
  • At least three years’ experience related to plant virology research.
  • Experience in general plant virology, molecular biology and bioinformatic analysis.
  • Experience in disease diagnosis and pathogen characterisation will be an added advantage.
  • Authored or co-authored a minimum of three peer reviewed publications relevant to the position.
  • Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills, with an ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
  • A valid driver’s license.

Enquiries: Dr Julia Mulabisana, Tel: (012) 808 8000

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION: 12 SEPTEMEBR 2024

Competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities, and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license) must be attached on the form.

NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees.

SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. The company has the right not to appoint.

Competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities, and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act. Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license) must be attached on the form.

NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees. 

SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. The company has the right not to appoint.