MSc STUDENT: (AGRONOMY) X2 (TWO (2) YEARS FIXED TERM CONTRACT)
The Agricultural Research Council
2024/08/26   Potchefstroom

Job Reference Number: ARC-GC05-11
Department: 05 - GCI
Industry: Research
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 2
Salary: Market Related
The ARC-Grain Crops (ARC-GC) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic persons to work in the new project funded by the National Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development at Potchefstroom.
Job Description
  • Undertakes MSc studies for two years in Agronomy within the Agronomy program.
  • Provides research support to Agronomy research projects as the affiliated postgraduate student.
  • Engages with relevant stakeholders within affiliated research projects.
  • Disseminate project results through, scientific or popular publications, conferences and peer reviewed publications.
  • Ensures compliance with SHE/OHS policies and procedures.
Job Requirements
  • BSc Honours (4) years in Agronomy, agrometeorology, plant sciences or related fields.
  • Demonstrated capacity to conduct research at postgraduate level.
  • Knowledge of crop modelling and crop physiology will be an advantage.
  • Valid driver’s licence will be an added advantage.
  • Must be a South African Citizen.
  • Excellent English language (Spoken and written).

 

NB: Please attach qualification and academic transcript.

 

  Enquiries: Ms A de Beer, Tel: (018) 299 6347

  CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION 09 SEPTEMBER 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 as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees must be  attached.

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.