Job Reference Number: ARC-VIMP0912
Department: 09 - RVOPI
Industry: Research
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

Job Description

 

• Performs routine laboratory activities related to microbiology (growth media and buffer preparations, isolation, purification, preservation, inoculation, and nucleic acid-based techniques).
• Manages plants in greenhouse and follows sanitation procedures.
• Performs sample collection and processing, as well as data collection and processing.
• Assists in coordinating of work activities and supervises allocated resources.
• Adheres to work plans and timeously provide verbal and written feedback on work activities and challenges encountered to supervisor.
• Provides general research support.

Job Requirements

• Grade 12 plus 3 years relevant experience in Crop Protection (Bacteriology, Mycology and/or Virology) or Grade 10 plus 5 years relevant experience.
• Relevant experience in laboratory related work on bacteria and fungi (isolations, purification, preservation, etc.) and/or plant viruses (preparations of plant material for extractions, basic molecular work, etc.).
• Relevant experience in soil sterilization, cultivation and general maintenance of crops and trials in greenhouses.
• Relevant experience in pathogen inoculations activities and disease scoring.
• Experience in field trial management will be an added advantage.
• Practical experience in microscopy and molecular work will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in English.
• Valid driver’s license will be an added advantage.

Candidates are encouraged to indicate their preferred field of work (either Bacteriology, Mycology or Virology) in their CV.

Enquiries: Dr Elsie Cruywagen, Tel: (012) 808 8000

Closing Date for Application: 30 August 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. 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) 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.