Job Reference Number: ARC-PHP063
Department: 06 - PPRI
Industry: Research
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related
The ARC-Plant Health and Protection seeks to appoint highly skilled, experienced and dynamic persons to the following position at the ARC-Plant Health and Protection, Roodeplaat .
Job Description
- Preparation of chemical solutions and growth media.
- Collecting, storing, and stocktaking of research materials.
Assist with tasks related to point of care DALRRD project including:
- Sample receipt and documentation.
- DNA extractions from soil samples.
- Logging soil and DNA samples in biobank.
- Purification and preservation of fungal strains obtained as part of POC DALLRD project.
Provide support in the mycology NPGA collections by:
- Perform pest checks in the fungorium (dried collection) and the cold rooms (living collections).
- Assist with the preparation of collection halls and offices for fogging conducted biannually.
- Record keeping in laboratory book
Ad hoc tasks including:
- General support during open/farmer days.
Job Requirements
- A National Diploma (3 years) or equivalent NQF6; or a relevant 2-year qualification at a recognized institution with 2 years applicable experience.
- Good verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in MS office suite.
- Compliance to safety standards as prescribed by the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- A valid code 08/B driver’s license.
Enquiries: Dr A Jacobs- Venter (012) 808-8258
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 21 AUGUST 2024
