Agricultural Research Council
Participate in the National Department of Agriculture Funded Project Together with the Project Manager, contribute towards projects, by compiling and executing project’s technical activity plans. Participate in site visitations, data capturing and adhere to proper data quality control protocols. Assist…
Assists with basic research services under supervision. Assist with land preparation, markers and seed counting. Assisting with planting, fertilization, weeding, watering and harvesting of glasshouse and field trials. Monitoring of unwanted pests (mealybugs, thrips, scale insects, fruit flies, and mites…
Participate in the National Department of Agriculture Funded Project Together with the Project Manager, contribute towards projects, by compiling and executing project’s technical activity plans. Participate in site visitations, data capturing and adhere to proper data quality control protocols. Prepare…
Implementation, maintaining and improving the Quality Management System (QMS). Control of quality scheme requirements and proficiency testing schemes. Handling the maintenance and distribution of the quality manual and associated documents. Demonstrating implementation of QMS during 3rd party assessments. Coordinating clearance…
Pro actively provide technical input within the context of the research projects. Provides timeous and reliable data which supports the objectives of the research project. Provide supervision and participate in data processing and interpretation of results. Correctly apply techniques within…
PLANT SCIENCES Agronomy Plant pathology/Virology Microbiology Plant Breeding Soil & Water Horticulture Analytical Chemistry Geographic Information System (GIS) Entomology Earth Observation Mycology Crop Protection Agro Processing & Product Development Natural Products Chemistry Remote Sensing Bacteriology Marker Assisted Breeding Data Science…
Conduct research on land reform, tenure security, and geospatial policy development in alignment with the DALRRD project objectives. Assist in data collection, integration, and analysis for land ownership audits and land worth estimation. Support geospatial analysis and mapping for land…
Performs routine activities related to open field production and general farm operations under supervision. Adheres to work plans and timeously provide verbal feedback on work activities and challenges encountered to supervisor. Attention to detail and highly safety conscious. Provides general…
Assists with basic research services under supervision. Assist with land preparation, markers and seed counting. Assisting with planting, fertilization, weeding, watering and harvesting of glasshouse and field trials. Monitoring of unwanted pests (mealybugs, thrips, scale insects, fruit flies, and mites…
Provide research and technical support to Geoinformatics research projects. Collect, capture, process and interpret geospatial data, and make recommendations. Engage relevant stakeholders and partners. Disseminate research reports through peer reviewed journal, conferences, and other media. BSc Honours in Geoinformatics, Remote…
Provide research and technical support to Geoinformatics research projects. Collect, capture, process and interpret geospatial data, and make recommendations. Engage relevant stakeholders and partners. Disseminate research reports through peer reviewed journal, conferences, and other media. Masters in Geoinformatics, Remote Sensing,…
Assist with planting seeds and seedlings, harvesting fruits for seed extraction, irrigation and fertilizer application, weed, pest and disease control in all aspects and sampling plants for evaluation. Carrying out all nursery practices as directed by the Nursery Manager, Researcher…
Pro actively provide technical input within the context of the research projects. Provides timeous and reliable data which supports the objectives of the research project. Provide supervision and participate in data processing and interpretation of results. Correctly apply techniques within…
PLANT SCIENCES Agronomy Plant pathology/Virology Microbiology Plant Breeding Soil & Water Horticulture Analytical Chemistry Geographic Information System (GIS) Entomology Earth Observation Mycology Crop Protection Agro Processing & Product Development Natural Products Chemistry Remote Sensing Bacteriology Marker Assisted Breeding Data Science…
PLANT SCIENCES Agronomy Plant pathology/Virology Microbiology Plant Breeding Soil & Water Horticulture Analytical Chemistry Geographic Information System (GIS) Entomology Earth Observation Mycology Crop Protection Agro Processing & Product Development Natural Products Chemistry Remote Sensing Bacteriology Marker Assisted Breeding Data Science…
PLANT SCIENCES Agronomy Plant pathology/Virology Microbiology Plant Breeding Soil & Water Horticulture Analytical Chemistry Geographic Information System (GIS) Entomology Earth Observation Mycology Crop Protection Agro Processing & Product Development Natural Products Chemistry Remote Sensing Bacteriology Marker Assisted Breeding Data Science…
Design, lead, and implement transdisciplinary research in communal rangeland management, restoration, and governance. Facilitate participatory action research and strengthen community engagement platforms in support of sustainable rangeland use and social ecological resilience. Apply ecological restoration principles to develop context specific,…
Compiling and executing technical activity plans for the implementation of field and greenhouse trials relating to breeding of leafy, fruit or seed vegetables. Plan, conduct and supervise the execution and collection of data. Capture and process technical data with basic…
Conduct community based research trials in agroecological zones to improve agri food systems. Develop a detailed baseline study to profile demographics, agricultural practices in selected study areas. Conduct analysis of natural resources and its influence on agroecosystems. Conduct research under…
Compiling and executing technical activity plans for the implementation of open field and greenhouse trials of vegetable crops/or Medicinal Plants. Plan, conduct and supervise the execution and collection of data. Capture and process technical data with basic analysis. Compile technical…
Plans and coordinates work activities according to project plans. Supervises allocated human resources where applicable. Assists in managing project budgets and adheres to financial administrative controls. Conducts field based research support, restoration diagnostics, and technical services. Collects, captures, and processes…
Compiling and executing technical activity plans. Conduct and supervise the execution and collection of data of glasshouse and field trials of various agricultural crops. Conduct field surveys in different provinces. Conduct and supervise the isolation and purification of soilborne pathogens…
Assist with research in land use, water resources, biodiversity, renewable energy, and energy efficiency. Help with environmental, social, and economic data analyses to evaluate sustainability of renewable energy performance in agricultural land. Help to develop detailed technical specifications for procuring…
Plans and coordinates work activities according to project plans. Supervises allocated human resources where applicable. Assists in managing project budgets and adheres to financial administrative controls. Conducts field based research support, restoration diagnostics, and technical services. Collects, captures, and processes…
Project Management & Coordination The Researcher is responsible for conducting Research Projects across the Institute; these include conducting the following aspects of the projects; Research planning and Initiation. Equipment and Research Materials. Project Human Resources. Project Finances. Risk Management and…
Conduct and manage site inspections, including collecting energy data and conducting comprehensive energy needs assessments Implement energy interventions projects that promote sustainable development in agriculture Integrate IoT and AI technologies with renewable energy systems Develop accurate and appropriate technical specifications…
Plans and coordinates work activities according to project plans. Supervises allocated human resources where applicable. Assists in managing project budgets and adheres to financial administrative controls. Conducts field based research support, and technical services. Collects, captures, and processes data, including…
Design, lead, and implement transdisciplinary research in communal rangeland management, restoration, and governance. Facilitate participatory action research and strengthen community engagement platforms in support of sustainable rangeland use and social ecological resilience. Apply ecological restoration principles to develop context specific,…
Performs routine laboratory activities related to microbiology (growth media and buffer preparations, isolation/extraction, purification, preservation, inoculation, and nucleic acid based techniques) under supervision. Manages plants in greenhouse and follows sanitation procedures. Performs sample collection and processing, as well as data…
Plans and coordinates work activities according to project plans. Supervises allocated human resources where applicable. Assists in managing project budgets and adheres to financial administrative controls. Conducts field based research support, restoration diagnostics, and technical services. Collects, captures, and processes…
Processing of transactions in line with the National Treasury Act and ARC policies and procedures. Receive and review requisition received and verify specifications for required goods and/or services with attachment(s), if any. Verification of the commodity used versus the product…
Performs routine activities related to plant breeding under supervision. Performs sample collection and processing under supervision. Assists with seed harvesting, cleaning, sorting and storage. Assists in coordinating of work activities and supervises allocated resources, if applicable. Adheres to work plans…
Responsible for strategic planning, drafting of business plan and reporting on progress to Institute, ARC corporate and funders. Ensure effective technology transfer of Division outputs through scientific and popular publications, lectures, seminars and congresses. Leadership on project management and coordination…
Undertake MSc studies investigating polled genetics in smallholder beef cattle to improve animal welfare. Participate in implementation and coordinating of research project. Participate in the successful transfer of scientific technology i.e. compilation of reports, oral and poster presentations and popular…
Undertake PhD studies in molecular detection and genetic characterization of parasites in cattle applicable to animal health improvement. Participate in planning, implementation and coordinating of research project Publishing peer reviewed articles in scientific journals and semi scientific/popular articles, Capturing of…
Initiates, manages and contributes towards national/ international forage breeding initiatives. Actively sources new national/ international research opportunities including writing research proposals. Build and maintain international and national relationships and networking opportunities Plan and coordinate research with single or multi disciplinary…
Together with Project Manager, contribute towards projects, by compiling and executing technical project activity plans. Participate in sample collection and data capturing and adhere to proper data quality control protocols. Sample preparation and analyses, such as DNA extraction, PCR, gel…
Conducting research in Meat Science and Technology , Assists in coordinating of work activities and supervises allocated resources if applicable, Collects, captures and processes data, Publishes semi scientific and peer reviewed articles, and publishes in journals with a high impact…
Participate in the Department of Agriculture (DoA) Funded Project Together with the Project Manager, contribute towards projects, by compiling and executing project’s technical activity plans. Participate in sample collection, preparation, data capturing and adhere to proper data quality control protocols.…
Initiates and manages research projects relating to seed quality, by ensuring successful completion of research projects in compliance with set standards, client needs/specifications, within budget and on time. Experimental design, timeous execution, data capturing, data analysis and reporting of project…
Compiling and executing technical activity plans for the implementation of research projects in Plant Pathology, with a focus on bacterial diseases of vegetables, industrial crops and medicinal plants. Coordinate activities and assist with the molecular identification of bacterial cultures, inoculum…
Administrative (secretariat) office services Ensure various administrative tasks for the ARC Irene laboratories and Elsenburg personnel, including diary control, etc. Meetings: arrangements, agendas, attendance registers, minutes, relevant documents, venues, and refreshments when needed. Copier/Printer: Monitor responsible usage, Stationery controlled with…
Initiates and manages research projects relating to vegetable insect pests, by ensuring successful completion of research projects in compliance with set standards, client needs/specifications, within budget and on time. Experimental design, timeous execution, data capturing, data analysis and reporting of…
Initiates and manages research projects relating to vegetable insect pests, by ensuring successful completion of research projects in compliance with set standards, client needs/specifications, within budget and on time. Experimental design, timeous execution, data capturing, data analysis and reporting of…
Initiates and manages research projects relating to seed quality, by ensuring successful completion of research projects in compliance with set standards, client needs/specifications, within budget and on time. Experimental design, timeous execution, data capturing, data analysis and reporting of project…
Asset Control; Keep a record of quarterly asset count and recording of new assets. Asset safeguarding. Determine the safety of all assets. Asset Safeguarding; Determine the safety of all assets monthly. Regular inspections to check safety in buildings. Occupational Health…
Provides research support to the Meat Technology Department of Agriculture (DoA) Funded Project Must be a registered MTech/MSc student. Engage with relevant stakeholders and project team members within the project. Disseminate project results and findings through scientific, popular and peer…
Execute research in laboratory, field and greenhouses. Collect, process and capture data. Pro actively provide technical input within the context of the research projects. Provides timeous and reliable data which supports the objectives of the research project. Correctly apply techniques…
Manage the bacterial serology diagnostic laboratory and its human and capital resources. Compile and manages laboratory budgets and diagnostic prices. Identifying and motivating for capex. Compile or contribute to management reports; initiate and attend meetings, resolve operational problems, liaise with…
Plan and undertake research on biosystematics of agriculturally important nematode pests in support of biosecurity in the agricultural sector. Develop diagnostic tools. Management of research technicians. Expand national reference collections, in particular the National Collection of Nematodes. Compile and manage…
Undertakes original research that includes developing and confirming highly sensitive, reliable assay methodologies for the rapid and accurate analysis of mycotoxins in milk and milk products. Responsible for conducting analytical method development, validation and sample analysis using UHPLC MS/MS for…
The incumbent will be involved in research activities on various veterinary diseases of economical importance. Coordinate, plan and conduct veterinary activities required on research projects involving diseases of veterinary importance. Perform clinical duties on animals kept for research purposes. Participate…
Manage the Research Farm to ensure that research projects are run according to Researcher’s requirements and generate income from commercial blocks initiatives. Ensure Farm Foremen, Supervisors and Personnel complete their tasks according to set guidelines and provide guidance where necessary.…
Contributes towards research projects, Assists in coordinating of work activities, and supervises allocated resources if applicable, Adheres to financial administrative controls, Plans own work activities, Utilises and maintains own facilities, material and equipment, Conducts research support, diagnostics, and other services,…
Execute research in laboratory, field and greenhouses. Collect, process and capture data. Pro actively provide technical input within the context of the research projects. Provides timeous and reliable data which supports the objectives of the research project. Correctly apply techniques…
Render research support to research in the Crop Protection Division to ensure successful completion of projects on macadamia felted coccid and polyphagous shot hole borer. Organise, conduct and monitor research experiments using technical and theoretical understanding. Analyse and solve challenges…
Conduct research on the development of protocols for micropropagation of tropical and subtropical crops using in vitro technologies. Performs aseptic culturing of plants at the laminar flow bench. Ability to work in a laboratory with knowledge on operation of basic…
Along with gene bank manager, manage field and nursery gene bank blocks at TSC research farms. Maintain existing gene bank database and upgrade to meet international norms in the field. Expand scope of existing field gene banks to include laboratory…
Co ordinates and contributes towards projects, by compiling and executing technical project activity plans. Identifies the need for human resources in projects and manages the allocated resources. Assists with compiling and managing project budgets. Plans own work activities. Utilises and…
Render support to research personnel to ensure successful completion of projects. Conduct administrative support for technicians and researchers. Assist with basic activities related to research services. Assist in data collection. General maintenance of citrus plants in glasshouses and tunnels. Weekly…
Providing research support and performing routine activities under supervision. Assisting with data collection. Providing verbal/written feedback on work activities to supervisors. Adhering to quality, health and safety standards. Assisting in maintenance of equipment. Communicating with growers and farming staff as…
Under guidance of the Researcher, develop and implement protocols for micropropagation of tropical and subtropical crops using in vitro technologies. Ability to work independently in a plant tissue culture laboratory with knowledge on operation of related equipment. Preparation of plant…
Oversee the development of an agricultural greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction plan. Manage stakeholder engagements for the GHG emissions reduction plan. Lead the estimation of GHG emissions in the agricultural sector. Lead climate change mitigation scenario exercises for the agricultural…
Manages projects on breeding and evaluation of tropical and subtropical crops at Addo. Manages daily activities in research blocks in the field with assistance of support staff. Manages project budgets to ensure effective resource allocation (funds and labour) within and…
Conduct studies of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in agricultural systems. Develop a carbon management survey questionnaire. Collect and analyze primary and secondary data. Write reports and scientific articles BSc Honours degree in Sustainable Agriculture / Agricultural Economics / Agricultural Management…
Conduct studies of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in agricultural systems. Develop a carbon management survey questionnaire. Collect and analyze primary and secondary data. Write reports and scientific articles PhD bursary: MSc degree in Agrometeorology / Sustainable Agriculture / Agronomy /…