Description:

The Researcher is responsible for conducting research projects across the Institute; these include the following aspects of the projects:

• Research planning and initiation. 
• Equipment and Research Materials.  
• Project Human Resources.  
• Project Finances.  
• Risk Management and Mitigation.  
• Monitoring, Evaluation, reporting and project close out.

The Researcher is responsible for conducting research, development and supporting innovation. These include supporting the following research aspects:

• Invention.  
• Translation.  
• Commercialization.  
• Adoption and Use. 

The Researcher is responsible for supporting strategic research collaboration and collaboration opportunities. these include: 

• Strategic Research partnerships / networks / collaborators.  
•  Intra-Inter Institutional Collaboration & Partnerships. 

The Researcher is responsible for supporting Human Capacity Development that includes support of.

• Project staff and students.
• Self. 
• Strategic Research partnerships / networks / collaborators.
• Intra-Inter Institutional Collaboration & Partnerships.  
• The Researcher is responsible for supporting Human Capacity Development that includes support of 
• Project staff and students.  
• Self.

Requirements:

• PhD in Agronomy, Horticulture, Agricultural Science or closely related field,
• At least 3 years’ experience in agronomy related research post MSc with a national record of accomplishment on the level of a researcher
• Evidence of popular article publications will be an added advantage, 
• Record of building national partnerships and networks. 
• Minimum of 3 peer reviewed publications relevant to agronomy.    
• Registration with a scientific and/or professional body will be an added advantage. 
• Proven record of writing proposals. 
• Proven record of accomplishment for generating external income for projects.   
• Proven record of participating as a speaker nationally.   
• Proven record for initiation, planning and execution of research projects, personnel management and financial management of projects. 
• Proven track record of mentoring and/or supervising/co-supervising students.  
• Extensive knowledge of medicinal plant production systems.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Enquiries: Dr Meshack Mofokeng, Email: Mofokengm@arc.agric.za

Closing Date for Applications: 26 JULY 2024