Doa Postdoctoral Fellow (plant Breeding)x4: Three (3) Years Fixed Term Contract

Potchefstroom, North West, South Africa

https://www.mncjobs.co.za/company/agricultural-research-council

Job Description

The ARC- Grain Crops (ARC-GC) seeks to appoint DoA Post-Doctoral Fellow x4 to work on a new project funded by Department of Agriculture, based at Potchefstroom.

Consistently deliver high quality, relevant research.
Contributes to high quality research outputs and achievement of projects milestones.
Prepares and coordinates field experiments, including data collection and analysis.
Data processing and analysis and literature searching.
Contributes to the preparation of written outputs such as papers in refereed journals.
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

PhD in Plant Breeding or Molecular Breeding or Plant Biotechnology.
Graduated not more than five years ago.
Proven track records of research outputs in relevant high impact factor journals.
Valid driver's license.
Excellent English language (Spoken and written).
Ability to work independently as well as a team.
Have excellent interpersonal skills and good professional conduct.
Proactively involved in your own career development.
Completely dedicated to the mentorship process.

Enquires: Dr K Mashingaidze, Tel: (018) 299-6356
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 13 FEBRUARY 2026
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 and at least three contactable referees) must be attached on the form.
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.
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