PHD STUDENT: PLANT BREEDING (THREE (3) YEARS FIXED TERM CONTRACT)
The Agricultural Research Council
2024/10/16   Potchefstroom


Job Reference Number: ARC - GC05 - 21
Department: 05 - GCI
Industry: Graduates
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
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
  • Provide research support to Plant Breeding research projects as the affiliated postgraduate student.
  • Engage 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
  • MSc in Plant Breeding/Molecular Breeding/Genetics with Plant Breeding as a Major.
  • Must be a South African Citizen.
  • Valid driver’s licence will be an added advantage.

Enquiries: Dr K Mashingaidze, Tel: (018) 299 6356

 

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 31 October 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.