Job Reference Number: ARC-OVR10/23
Department: 10 - OVI
Industry: Research
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

Job Description

• Planning and coordinating research activities.
• Writing research grant proposals.
• Performing research, manage data, capture, analyse, and make recommendations based on findings.
• Coordinating/interacting with supervisors, peers, junior colleagues and support staff.
• Interpreting, reporting and publishing results.
• Identifies and manages resource needs.
• Human capacity development.
• Identifies and participates in own learning opportunities.
• Supervise or co-supervise students.
• Seek networking opportunities.

Job Requirements

• PhD or MSc (with five years’ experience post MSc) in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Genetics or related fields.
• Evidence of peer reviewed of publications.
• A track record of obtaining research funding and supervising students would be beneficial.
• Good people and analytical skills, report writing and organizations skills.

 

Enquiries: Dr. Antoinette  van Schalkwyk, Tel: (012) 529 9108

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 26 NOVEMBER 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 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 and at least three contactable referees) 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.